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Landslide Damages 35 Houses in Sikkim’s Rimbi Village
Heavy rain caused a large landslide in Rimbi village in West Sikkim.
The landslide damaged at least 35 houses.
Some homes were completely destroyed, while others were partly damaged.
More than two dozen families moved to a relief camp for safety.
No one has been reported killed so far.
People are worried that more mud and rocks could move because it is still raining.
The government says officials are watching the area and working to protect residents.
Local opposition leaders and residents want safe housing, supplies, and a long-term plan to move vulnerable families if needed.
At least 35 houses were fully or partially damaged by a landslide in Rimbi, West Sikkim.
The landslide followed several days of recurring mudslides and incessant rainfall.
More than two dozen families were moved to safer locations and are staying in a relief camp.
No casualties have been reported, but residents fear further slope movement and possible collapse.
The government and Sikkim Democratic Front called for immediate assistance, monitoring, and long-term safety measures.
- Who
- At least 35 households were affected; more than two dozen families were moved to safety. Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and the Sikkim Democratic Front responded.
- What
- A major landslide damaged at least 35 houses, fully or partially, with no casualties reported.
- Where
- Rimbi village in West Sikkim, Sikkim.
- When
- Thursday night, after several days of recurring mudslides and continuing rainfall.
- Why
- Incessant rainfall and recurring mudslides triggered the landslide; debris may also have altered a hill stream’s natural waterway.
Government Response
Residents and Opposition Demands
Immediate safety measures
Government Response
Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said authorities had been directed to remain on high alert, closely monitor the situation, and take measures to protect residents.
Residents and Opposition Demands
An affected resident said the entire population should be shifted immediately because the hill was no longer suitable for habitation.
Relief and rehabilitation
Government Response
The administration has begun taking measures, while relocated families are receiving shelter at a relief camp.
Residents and Opposition Demands
The Sikkim Democratic Front demanded safe shelter, food, essential supplies, financial assistance, medical support, and a long-term rehabilitation plan.
Managing the landslide risk
Government Response
The government urged residents to stay vigilant, follow official advisories, and support one another while officials monitor conditions.
Residents and Opposition Demands
The Sikkim Democratic Front called for scientific assessments of vulnerable zones, improved drainage, protective infrastructure, safe relocation, and continuous monitoring; a visitor also reported that debris may have diverted a hill stream.
Key facts
- Houses damaged
- At least 35, either fully or partially
- Families relocated
- More than two dozen
- Casualties
- No casualties reported so far
- Shelter
- Affected families are staying in a relief camp
- Weather conditions
- Incessant and continuing rainfall
- Government response
- Authorities were directed to remain on high alert and monitor the area
- Requested long-term measures
- Scientific assessments, safe relocation where needed, improved drainage, protective infrastructure, and continuous monitoring
Quotes
Affected resident
A resident whose house was affected by the landslide
“We are living in fear that the entire area may collapse at any moment.”
thestatesman.com
Yojna Khaling Rai
Spokesperson for the Sikkim Democratic Front
“Relief cannot end with immediate response. The government must formulate and implement a long-term safety and rehabilitation plan for vulnerable families.”
thestatesman.com
Sources
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