Six killed as landslides, rain wreak havoc in Sikkim

In the past 60 hours, relentless rainfall in North Sikkim has caused significant havoc, with the surging water levels of the Teesta River leading to the collapse of both an old suspension bridge and a newly constructed Bailey bridge at Sanklang. This has stranded approximately 2,000 tourists, cutting off the crucial connection to the Dzongu region of North Sikkim.The situation has worsened with the overflowing Teesta River inundating the Melli Stadium in south Sikkim, while several people have been left homeless.

VIDEO | Heavy rainfall causes landslides in parts of Sikkim and West Bengal leading to closure of roads.

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District Magistrate Hem Kumar Chettri held a meeting to assess the damage from the rains, which have caused six fatalities—three in Pakeshep and three in Ambithang—with injuries in both Ambithang and Kabi. Reports are also coming from Namchi and Gangtok districts that, due to heavy rainfall, various rural roads have been swept away.The CM Tamang said that efforts are underway to provide every possible support to the victims and affected families, including recovery assistance, temporary settlement, and the provision of basic needs.