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Sikkim releases emergency helpline numbers after Teesta‑Chyakoong landslide
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 10:17 PM
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Following a landslide at Teesta‑Chyakoong in Sikkim, the state government has announced new emergency contact numbers to aid rescue and relief operations.
A landslide struck the Teesta‑Chyakoong area of Sikkim, prompting immediate concern for residents and travelers caught in the affected zone. Local authorities reported that the slide disrupted road connectivity and posed a risk of further slope movement.
In response, the Sikkim government issued a set of emergency helpline numbers to streamline assistance for victims, families, and rescue teams. The numbers were disseminated through official press releases, the state disaster management portal, and local media outlets.
The state disaster management authority has also deployed rescue squads, medical teams, and engineering units to assess the damage and provide on‑ground support. Officials emphasized that the helplines will remain active 24/7 to coordinate relief, information sharing, and evacuation where necessary.
Residents are urged to use the newly announced contacts for any emergencies related to the landslide, including missing persons, injuries, or property loss, while awaiting further updates from the authorities.
In response, the Sikkim government issued a set of emergency helpline numbers to streamline assistance for victims, families, and rescue teams. The numbers were disseminated through official press releases, the state disaster management portal, and local media outlets.
The state disaster management authority has also deployed rescue squads, medical teams, and engineering units to assess the damage and provide on‑ground support. Officials emphasized that the helplines will remain active 24/7 to coordinate relief, information sharing, and evacuation where necessary.
Residents are urged to use the newly announced contacts for any emergencies related to the landslide, including missing persons, injuries, or property loss, while awaiting further updates from the authorities.