Archive · 3 Sep 2026
Sikkim Landslide Cuts Road Connectivity, Two Houses Evacuated
A landslide happened in two areas of Sikkim called Singlitam and Rimbi.
It covered part of a road with soil, rocks and other debris.
Cars and other vehicles could not use the affected stretch.
Two houses were evacuated to help keep people safe.
Officials visited the area to check the damage.
They are looking for other homes that might also be at risk.
Workers are being asked to repair water pipes and improve lighting where electricity is not working.
Officials also want dangerous trees removed.
Earlier in August, 25 families received supplies and financial help after their homes, crops or land were damaged.
A fresh landslide struck Singlitam and Rimbi in Sikkim’s Gyalshing district, disrupting road connectivity.
The Rimbi-Tuksom Road was reported damaged, while the Rimbi-Yuksom route was described as inaccessible to vehicles.
Two houses were evacuated as a precaution because of the landslide threat.
District Collector Tenzing D. Denzongpa ordered assessments of vulnerable homes, restoration of water pipelines and improved lighting.
Earlier in August, relief materials and ex-gratia assistance were given to 25 families affected by damage to homes, crops and land.
- Who
- Residents and affected families in Singlitam and Rimbi, district officials, emergency personnel and other departmental teams.
- What
- A landslide damaged and blocked a road, disrupted services and led to the precautionary evacuation of two houses.
- When
- The landslide and inspection occurred on Wednesday; assistance to 25 families was provided earlier in August.
- Where
- Singlitam and Rimbi in Gyalshing district, Sikkim, including the affected Rimbi-Tuksom/Rimbi-Yuksom road route.
- Why
- Authorities are responding to landslide dangers, protecting vulnerable households and restoring road, water and lighting services.
- Affected areas
- Singlitam and Rimbi, Gyalshing district, Sikkim
- Immediate safety action
- Two houses were evacuated as a precaution
- Road disruption
- A large section of hillside debris blocked the road and halted vehicle movement
- Inspection led by
- Gyalshing District Collector-cum-District Magistrate Tenzing D. Denzongpa
- Restoration priorities
- Road connectivity, damaged water pipelines and essential services
- Lighting measures
- Panchayats were directed to provide adequate lighting, including halogen lights, in vulnerable locations
- Earlier assistance
- Relief materials and ex-gratia assistance were provided to 25 affected families in August
