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Lachen‑Lachung Road in Sikkim Reopens to Tourists After Three‑Year Closure
✍️ ETV Bharat
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 04:03 AM
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The Lachen‑Lachung route in North Sikkim has been opened for tourist traffic after being shut for three years, ETV Bharat reports.
The Lachen‑Lachung road, a key artery linking the high‑altitude villages of Lachen and Lachung in North Sikkim, is now open for tourist travel after a three‑year suspension, according to ETV Bharat.
State tourism officials confirmed that the stretch has been cleared and is safe for visitors, allowing trekkers and sightseers to resume journeys to the region’s famed alpine landscapes.
The reopening is expected to boost local tourism, as the route provides access to popular attractions such as Gurudongmar Lake and the Yumthang Valley, which draw domestic and international travelers each season.
Local businesses, including homestays and guide services, anticipate a gradual return of visitors, helping revive the economy that relies heavily on seasonal tourism.
Authorities have urged travelers to adhere to safety guidelines and respect the fragile mountain environment while exploring the newly accessible corridor.
State tourism officials confirmed that the stretch has been cleared and is safe for visitors, allowing trekkers and sightseers to resume journeys to the region’s famed alpine landscapes.
The reopening is expected to boost local tourism, as the route provides access to popular attractions such as Gurudongmar Lake and the Yumthang Valley, which draw domestic and international travelers each season.
Local businesses, including homestays and guide services, anticipate a gradual return of visitors, helping revive the economy that relies heavily on seasonal tourism.
Authorities have urged travelers to adhere to safety guidelines and respect the fragile mountain environment while exploring the newly accessible corridor.