Archive · 13 Aug 2025
NH-10 Closures: Landslides and Erosion Disrupt Travel
The main road connecting Siliguri to Sikkim, called NH-10, is often closed.
This is because of heavy rain causing landslides and the Teesta River eroding the road.
Trucks are currently not allowed on some parts of the road from August 12 to August 15.
This makes it difficult for people to travel, and affects businesses.
People worry that these closures will continue, impacting tourism and trade.
NH-10, connecting Siliguri to Sikkim, faces repeated closures due to landslides and erosion.
Highway closures are triggered by heavy rainfall and the swelling Teesta River.
NHIDCL imposed restrictions on heavy goods vehicles between the 27th Mile and Teesta Bazaar from August 12-15.
Locals and transporters express concerns about the closures impacting tourism and trade.
The situation remains challenging despite efforts by authorities.
- Who
- NHIDCL and district authorities.
- What
- NH-10 has been repeatedly closed due to landslides and erosion from the Teesta River.
- When
- Since the first week of August, with restrictions on heavy vehicles from August 12-15.
- Where
- NH-10, connecting Siliguri to Sikkim.
- Why
- Due to landslides and erosion caused by heavy rainfall and the swelling Teesta River.
Local Residents and Transporters
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Economic Impact
Local Residents and Transporters
Concerned about economic impact on tourism, trade, and daily life due to repeated closures.
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- Highway
- NH-10
- Location
- Siliguri to Sikkim
- Cause of Closures
- Landslides and Erosion
- River
- Teesta River
- Restrictions
- Heavy Goods Vehicles Banned (August 12-15)
- Authority
- NHIDCL
