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Landslide Hits Rimbi Village in West Sikkim, Residents Fear for Its Survival
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🗓 26 Sep 2026, 04:31 AM
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A landslide struck the remote village of Rimbi in West Sikkim, prompting worries about the community’s future and prompting officials to assess damage.
A sudden landslide swept through Rimbi, a small settlement perched in the hilly terrain of West Sikkim, early on Monday. The slide triggered by heavy rains displaced soil and rocks, burying parts of the village and cutting off the only road that connects it to nearby towns. Local authorities were alerted as soon as the movement was reported and dispatched rescue teams to the site.
Rescue personnel, accompanied by forest department officials, are currently assessing the extent of the damage and searching for any missing residents. The blockage of the access road has hampered the delivery of relief supplies, prompting the district administration to arrange alternative routes and air‑drop essential items if needed.
Villagers, many of whom have lived in Rimbi for generations, expressed deep anxiety over the future of their homes. "We are scared that the village may not survive," one resident told reporters, echoing a sentiment shared across the community. Officials have pledged to provide temporary shelter and support while a detailed reconstruction plan is formulated.
Rescue personnel, accompanied by forest department officials, are currently assessing the extent of the damage and searching for any missing residents. The blockage of the access road has hampered the delivery of relief supplies, prompting the district administration to arrange alternative routes and air‑drop essential items if needed.
Villagers, many of whom have lived in Rimbi for generations, expressed deep anxiety over the future of their homes. "We are scared that the village may not survive," one resident told reporters, echoing a sentiment shared across the community. Officials have pledged to provide temporary shelter and support while a detailed reconstruction plan is formulated.