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Teesta landslide snaps NH-10 link to Sikkim, vehicles diverted amid ongoing rain

  • Landslide damages NH-10 near Teesta, cutting off key route between Sikkim and North Bengal
  • Traffic diverted to alternate roads as authorities assess damage and deploy disaster response teams on-site
  • Commuters urged to check road conditions before travel; heavy vehicles temporarily barred from affected stretch

02 Aug 2025

Teesta landslide snaps NH-10 link to Sikkim, vehicles diverted amid ongoing rain

Heavy rainfall has triggered a landslide along the banks of the Teesta River, causing a major section of National Highway 10 (NH-10) to collapse. The affected highway is a key lifeline connecting Sikkim with the rest of West Bengal. Due to the damage, vehicular movement on the route has been suspended, affecting both passenger and goods transport.

According to local officials, traffic has been diverted through alternative routes to avoid the damaged section. Disaster management teams have reached the site and are working to assess the situation and restore connectivity. The administration has also stationed personnel in vulnerable zones to monitor further risks as rainfall continues.

Heavy vehicles have been restricted from entering the area until road conditions are stabilized. Commuters have been advised to confirm road status before travel. No casualties have been reported so far. Authorities continue to monitor the impact of ongoing rainfall on surrounding infrastructure.

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