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Time of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Over 1,500 tourists stranded in Sikkim due to landslides
ADVERTISEMENT Nearly 1,500 tourists remained stranded in north Sikkim due to severe flooding and landslides. The Sankalang bridge has collapsed, blocking a key road, while the main feeding bridge towards north Sikkim has also been closed due to SP Sonam Detchu Bhutia said 115 tourists are stranded in Lachen and 1,350 tourists in Lachung. "The exit route is closed due to landslides at multiple locations. Tourists have been advised to remain in their hotels, and once the roads are opened, they will be shifted," he death toll in northeastern states has risen to 28 since Thursday due to flooding and landslides in Sikkim, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Meghalaya and Tripura. According to the state disaster management authority in Assam, three people have died in the last 48 hours due to floods while five others died due to landslides in different parts of Guwahati.A critical relief mission was launched by Indian Air Force early on Sunday in response to a request received from the state administrations of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Fourteen people stranded in the middle of flooded Bomjir river in the Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, cut off from mainland, were safely rescued. The operation was undertaken by Mi 17 flood situation is becoming grim in Assam. Central Water Commission department's data indicated that water levels of the Brahmaputra river Burhi Dihing, Barak and some other rivers are flowing above danger level with reports of water level rising at many June last year, around nine people died as excessive rainfall triggered massive landslides across North Sikkim. At least 179 people died in 2023 in Sikkim when a Himalayan glacial lake outburst triggered floods. The flash floods in the Teesta, triggered by a glacial lake burst in north Sikkim, had left roads and bridges extensively damaged across the mountain home minister Amit Shah posted on X, "Spoke with the chief ministers of Assam, Manipur, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh... Also assured them of every possible help to tackle any situation. The Modi government stands like a rock in support of the people of the Northeast."
News18
3 days ago
- Climate
- News18
Amit Shah Calls CMs As Rains Batter Northeast; IAF Deployed For Rescue Ops
Last Updated: Heavy rain in the Northeast has caused severe flooding, disrupting normal life. The IAF rescued 14 people in Arunachal Pradesh. Assam CM Himanta Sarma issued flood alerts. As heavy rain continues to pound the Northeastern region of the country, it has thrown normal life out of gear. Several areas continue to remain inundated on Sunday. Earlier in the day, the Indian Air Force (IAF) was roped to assist in the rescue operation of people stranded amid floodwaters. On Sunday morning, a critical humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission was launched by the IAF in response to a request received from Assam and Arunachal Pradesh administrations. As many as 14 people who were stranded in the middle of flooded Bomjir river in the Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh (cut off from main land) were safely rescued to a safer place. The rescue operation was undertaken by Mi 17 helicopter. Amit Shah Dials CMs, Assures Help Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah dialed chief ministers of several northeastern states and assured them of all possible help in time of distress. Taking to X, Shah wrote, 'Spoke with the Chief Ministers of Assam, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh and Governor of Manipur in the wake of ongoing heavy rainfall in their states. Also assured them of every possible help to tackle any situation. The Modi government stands like a rock in support of the people of the Northeast. (sic)." Assam CM Issues Advisory Amid Rain Fury Further, in the wake of rain havoc, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday advised people residing in riverside and low-lying areas to remain alert in view of incessant rain in the state and neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh. Taking to X, Sarma issued the flood alert and said heavy rainfall has been recorded in Arunachal Pradesh's Kibitoo (17 cm), Hayuliang (15 cm) and Kalaktang (10 cm), which may cause a sharp rise in river levels downstream. 'Assam is already witnessing intense rain in Silchar (42 cm), Karimganj (35 cm), Hailakandi (30 cm) and in nearby areas. People in low-lying and riverbank areas are advised to stay alert and follow local advisories. Stay safe, stay prepared," Sarma further wrote. Heavy downpour over the past few days has led to flash floods and landslides across several Northeastern states, triggering widespread destruction. So far, the rain fairy has claimed at least 30 lives in Northeast. The downpour has severely affected road connectivity and infrastructure, damaged homes, and disrupted power supply, leaving thousands in distress. First Published:
