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Landslide in Rimbi, Sikkim, Forces Evacuation of 32 Homes
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 03:37 PM
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A landslide in the village of Rimbi in Sikkim has displaced families and damaged 32 houses, prompting authorities to evacuate residents.
A sudden landslide in the village of Rimbi, located in the eastern Indian state of Sikkim, has forced the evacuation of several families and caused damage to 32 homes. The event occurred after heavy rainfall in the region, which saturated the soil and triggered the slide.
Local authorities responded quickly, deploying rescue teams and setting up temporary shelters for those displaced. Residents were advised to stay away from the affected area until the situation was deemed safe.
The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority has issued a warning to nearby villages about the risk of further landslides, urging residents to remain vigilant and report any signs of instability.
Local authorities responded quickly, deploying rescue teams and setting up temporary shelters for those displaced. Residents were advised to stay away from the affected area until the situation was deemed safe.
The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority has issued a warning to nearby villages about the risk of further landslides, urging residents to remain vigilant and report any signs of instability.