North Sikkim landslides: 150–200 tourists stranded in Chungthang
Heavy rainfall has caused landslides in North Sikkim, stranding approximately 150-200 tourists in Chungthang. Efforts are underway to accommodate them while authorities assess road conditions. While the route to Lachung is clear, access to Lachen remains blocked. The region has also experienced recent power disruptions due to thunderstorms and transmission line damage.
Heavy rainfall has caused landslides in North Sikkim, stranding approximately 150-200 tourists in Chungthang. Efforts are underway to accommodate them while authorities assess road conditions. While the route to Lachung is clear, access to Lachen remains blocked. The region has also experienced recent power disruptions due to thunderstorms and transmission line damage.
