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Heavy Rainfall Triggers Landslide in Sikkim Village, CM Warns of Serious Situation
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🗓 26 Sep 2026, 07:32 PM
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A landslide triggered by intense rainfall has struck a village in Sikkim, prompting Chief Minister Pawan Chamling to describe the situation as serious.
A sudden landslide occurred in a remote village of Sikkim after several days of heavy rainfall, according to local authorities. The incident took place in the upper reaches of the district, where steep slopes are prone to instability during monsoon season.
At present, no casualties have been reported and the extent of damage to houses and infrastructure remains unclear. Rescue teams from the state’s disaster management department have been dispatched to the site to assess the situation and provide assistance to affected families.
Chief Minister Pawan Chamling issued a statement warning that the situation is serious and urged residents to stay alert. He also directed the government to mobilise additional resources for relief operations.
Sikkim has experienced unusually high rainfall in recent weeks, which has increased the risk of landslides and flash floods across the state’s hilly terrain.
At present, no casualties have been reported and the extent of damage to houses and infrastructure remains unclear. Rescue teams from the state’s disaster management department have been dispatched to the site to assess the situation and provide assistance to affected families.
Chief Minister Pawan Chamling issued a statement warning that the situation is serious and urged residents to stay alert. He also directed the government to mobilise additional resources for relief operations.
Sikkim has experienced unusually high rainfall in recent weeks, which has increased the risk of landslides and flash floods across the state’s hilly terrain.