Watch: Tourists trapped as frozen Sela Lake bursts open in Arunachal's Tawang

The picturesque mountains and lakes in Arunachal Pradesh attract a large number of tourists every year, especially during the winter when the lakes are frozen and the mountains are covered in a thick layer of snow.
 

As many tourists attempt to walk on the frozen lakes in the state, locals and guides continuously warn against potential accidents. 
 

An unfortunate incident occurred at the frozen Sela Lake in Tawang, where tourists attempting to walk on the frozen water got trapped after the ice broke.
 

The incident prompted a swift response from people nearby, who rushed with ropes to rescue the trapped tourists.
 

It is important to note that the administration has repeatedly advised tourists to avoid walking on frozen lakes due to the potential dangers to their lives.