US EditionHeavy rains trigger floods, landslides killing at least 14 in India's Darjeeling
- Multiple landslides triggered by heavy rainfall on October 5, 2025, caused at least 14 deaths in Darjeeling district, West Bengal.
- The landslides followed incessant rains that led to saturated soil and a red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department for sub-Himalayan West Bengal including Darjeeling.
- The landslides disrupted vehicle movement and snapped communication lines, while rescue operations faced challenges due to slippery terrain and continuous rain.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief, conveyed condolences, pledged assistance, and said, “May the injured recover soon,” while monitoring the situation closely.
- Authorities deployed disaster management teams and volunteers for rescue efforts amid warnings of more landslides, underscoring the severity of the ongoing natural disaster.
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