Avalanche in India kills 7 people while injuring 13.

Seven tourists were killed and 13 others injured in an avalanche in India’s northeastern state of Sikkim, local police said Tuesday. At least 20 people were rescued alive after several vehicles traveling to the Nathu La mountain pass were hit by snow. Some of the survivors were in critical condition and rescue operations are ongoing. The avalanche took place near the Nathu La mountain pass and struck a road connecting Nathu La and the state capital Gangtok. Police warned tourists against visiting a lake on the way to the Nathu La pass due to inclement weather.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Rescue operations are underway and all possible assistance is being provided to those affected.