Nearly 200 tourists stranded after multiple landslides hit Sikkim due to heavy rainfall

Nearly 200 tourists stranded after multiple landslides hit Sikkim due to heavy rainfall

At least 200 tourists were stranded at Chungthang in North Sikkim after multiple landslides, triggered by heavy rainfall, disrupted road connectivity, officials said on Wednesday. Giving details, Mangan District Collector Anant Jain said the landslides occurred along the crucial Chungthang-Lachen route on Tuesday night, leaving tourists headed for Lachen stuck midway. Stranded visitors were accommodated overnight at an ITBP camp and a gurudwara …

Nearly 200 Tourists Stranded in North Sikkim After Landslides Hit Chungthang

Nearly 200 tourists have been stranded in northern Chungthang after heavy rainfall triggered landslides that blocked key roads in the region. According to officials, continuous rain caused multiple landslides in Sikkim, cutting off road connectivity to several tourist areas. The affected travelers are currently stuck in Chungthang as rescue teams assess the situation and work to clear the debris. Local authorities said efforts are underway to re…

Sikkim Landslide 2026: 200 Tourists Stranded in Chungthang After Heavy Rain

In a major disruption for travellers, over 200 tourists have been stranded in North Sikkim after heavy rainfall triggered multiple landslides, blocking crucial road connectivity near Chungthang. The situation unfolded late Tuesday night when landslides hit the vital route connecting Chungthang to Lachen, leaving tourists stuck midway in the mountainous region. What Caused the Sikkim […]