More than 1,000 people stranded in India’s Sikkim after landslides
- Border Roads Organisation launched war footing restoration works in north Sikkim following recent events.
- Massive landslides triggered these works after a cloudburst and incessant rains occurred.
- The deluges severely damaged road infrastructure leading to major tourist destinations.
- Reports indicated over 1,000 tourists were stranded after rainfall reached 130 mm on April 24.
- Partial road connectivity enabled evacuation, and authorities cancelled travel permits due to conditions.
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Sikkim Landslides: BRO Undertakes Restoration Works to Evacuate over 1,000 Stranded Tourists
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has launched restoration works on a war footing in north Sikkim following massive landslides triggered by a cloudburst and incessant rains, enabling partial road connectivity for the evacuation of over 1,000 stranded tourists. India News | Sikkim Landslides: BRO Undertakes Restoration Works to Evacuate over 1,000 Stranded Tourists.
50 Years Of Sikkim Statehood Celebrated With Enthusiastic Motorcycle Ride In Soreng
Gangtok, April 26: Sikkim marked the milestone of 50 years of statehood with a vibrant Two-Day Motorcycle Ride, which was officially launched on Saturday at Nayabazar, Soreng. The event was inaugurated by Madan Cintury, MLA of Salghari Zoom Constituency, and is being organized in collaboration with the Soreng District Administration, the Tourism Information Center Soreng, Apex Motorcycles Royal Enfield Sikkim, and the Soreng Tourism Wing (SKM). …
Sikkim Landslides: Chungthang-Lachung Road Partially Cleared, Over 1000 Stranded Tourists Evacuated to Gangtok - The Indian Awaaz
AMN/ WEB DESK After heavy rains on April 24, 2025, triggered massive landslides in North Sikkim, the Chungthang-Lachung road was blocked at six major points. Restoration efforts by BRO and local authorities cleared the road for light vehicles on Saturday, enabling the safe evacuation of over 1000 stranded tourists to Gangtok. Senior officials, including DC Mangan and SP Mangan, monitored operations, while local organizations such as the Pipons o…
Massive Landslides Trap Over 1,000 Tourists in North Sikkim; Rescue Operations Intensify
GANGTOK- In the wake of relentless heavy rainfall, North Sikkim has been severely impacted by massive landslides, leaving over 1,000 tourists stranded in high-altitude regions such as Lachen, Lachung, and Chungthang. The situation has prompted extensive rescue operations by the Indian Army, local authorities, and disaster response teams. The landslides, triggered by continuous downpours since Thursday, have caused significant damage to key route…
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