Vehicles stuck in mud and silt following landslides triggered by incessant rainfall, in North Sikkim.
Sikkim Landslides: Heavy Rainfall, Damaged Roads & Vehicles | In Photos
Incessant downpour triggered landslides in the northeastern state of Sikkim, causing severe damage to roads, vehicles and infrastructure. The incident also claimed six lives and left 1,500 tourists stranded. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang also instructed police, district authorities and other officials to ensure swift response in connection with the rescue and relief operations.
Section of a road damaged due to landslides triggered by incessant rainfall, at Mangan in North Sikkim.
A section of a road collapsed due to a landslide triggered by incessant rainfall, at Mangan in North Sikkim.