Heavy rains trigger floods, landslides killing 18 in India's Darjeeling
Summary
Heavy rains caused floods and landslides in India's Darjeeling region, killing at least 18 people and damaging infrastructure, while neighboring Nepal reported 50 deaths from similar disasters.
Key Points
- Heavy rains triggered floods and landslides in Darjeeling, India, killing at least 18 people.
- Several roads and bridges were destroyed, disrupting transportation and rescue efforts.
- The affected areas include Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduar, known for tea plantations.
- Nepal's eastern district of Ilam saw 37 deaths in landslides along the border with India, with ongoing rescue operations.
