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Sikkim Provides Ex-Gratia and Relief Supplies to Families Affected by Rimbi‑Singlitam Landslide
✍️ Sikkimexpress
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 09:38 AM
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The state government has disbursed ex‑gratia payments and supplied essential relief materials to families displaced by the recent landslide in Rimbi‑Singlitam.
The Sikkim government announced that ex‑gratia payments have been released to families whose homes were damaged in the recent landslide at Rimbi‑Singlitam. Relief teams also distributed essential supplies, including food packets, blankets and temporary shelter materials, to the affected households.
The landslide, which struck the area earlier this month, displaced several families and caused significant property damage. Local officials reported that the relief distribution was carried out in coordination with district authorities and non‑governmental organisations.
Residents expressed relief at the swift response, noting that the ex‑gratia funds would help cover immediate repair costs and temporary accommodation. The government has pledged to continue monitoring the situation and provide additional assistance as needed.
The landslide, which struck the area earlier this month, displaced several families and caused significant property damage. Local officials reported that the relief distribution was carried out in coordination with district authorities and non‑governmental organisations.
Residents expressed relief at the swift response, noting that the ex‑gratia funds would help cover immediate repair costs and temporary accommodation. The government has pledged to continue monitoring the situation and provide additional assistance as needed.