They were served hot meals and given shelter in the BRO detachments by Karamyogis of project Swastik of BRO
The granting of passes to tourists for visiting Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass is only permitted up to 15 miles from Gangtok
Sonam Tenzing Bhutia, IG Check post said the new online system for applying for permits for restricted areas came into effect on September 7.