Amaravati/New Delhi, Jun 1 (PTI) The Andhra Pradesh government is working towards rescuing Telugu people stranded at Lachung, Sikkim due to severe flooding and landslides, a top official said on Sunday.

According to a release from Andhra Pradesh Bhavan's Resident Commissioner in New Delhi, Union Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu is working towards the evacuation of stranded people.

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"Among those affected is a Tahsildar from Vizianagaram district, Kurmanadha Rao, who is stranded with his wife M Uma and children," the release said.

Following the directives of Ravi Chandra, Principal Secretary to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, a team from Andhra Pradesh Bhavan is in touch with Sikkim's local authorities for the evacuation efforts.

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Authorities have confirmed all individuals are safe. Evacuation measures will commence after access routes are restored, ensuring a safe return for the affected Telugu families.

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