Sikkim Experiences Major Landslide Due to Continuous Rainfall
Summary
Continuous rainfall has triggered a major landslide in Sikkim’s West Sikkim district, damaging houses and government structures in Rambi village. Authorities have moved residents from risk-prone areas and warned of further landslides as heavy rain is forecast to continue.
Key Points
- A major landslide struck Rambi village in West Sikkim after continuous rainfall, damaging homes and government structures.
- No casualties have been reported so far, but residents in risk zones were moved to safer locations earlier due to instability.
- Officials say the danger remains high because of the area’s geology, slope structure, drainage and continued rainfall.
- The India Meteorological Department has forecast more heavy rain in Sikkim, raising the risk of additional ground movement.
