Gangtok: In a shocking incident, two Indian Army personnel died in an accident that took place at Zuluk in East Sikkim.

The accident was reported on Friday.

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The soldiers were on their way to the Nathu La border area when the car they were in crashed.

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The soldiers killed in the accident were identified as Lance Naik Manoj Chettri from Karongthang in Yangang town and Subedar Som Bahadur Subba, resident of Mirik. 

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Both the soldiers were posted at the Sikkim Scouts at Kupup.

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Chief Minister of Sikkim, Prem Singh Tamang condoling the death of the two soldiers said, “I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families and offer a prayer for the deceased’s soul to rest in eternal peace.”