A sudden cloud burst over Lhonak Lake in North Sikkim on Wednesday has resulted in a flash flood in the Teesta River in Lachen valley. The floods started around 1.30 am.
Praying for the #23Jawans of #IndianArmy who are missing due to Flash Floods in North #Sikkim.
Jai Hind#Teesta pic.twitter.com/nnKcHoZdYQOctober 4, 2023AdvertisementThis resulted in the release of water from a dam, leading to 23 army personnel being washed away, camps and vehicles being submerged. The 23 army personnel have been reported missing and 41 vehicles submerged under the slush. Search operations are underway.
Release of water from the Chungthang dam led to a sudden increase in water level upto 15-20 feet high downstream. This has led to Army vehicles parked at Bardang near Singtam getting affected: Defence PRO, Guwahati
October 4, 2023AdvertisementDefence officials said establishments along the valley have been affected.
The release of water from the Chungthang dam led to a sudden increase in water levels up to 15-20 feet high downstream. This has led to army vehicles parked at Bardang near Singtam getting affected.
Chief Minister PS Tamang assess damage
Chief Minister PS Tamang visited Singtam to assess the damages and engage with the local community. He urged all our citizens to remain vigilant and refrain from unnecessary travel during this critical time. It is essential that we maintain composure and hope for a swift return to normalcy in our region.
AdvertisementWe are all aware of the recent natural calamity that has struck our state. Emergency services have been mobilized to the affected areas, and I personally visited Singtam to assess the damages and engage with the local community.
October 4, 2023
I humbly urge all our citizens to remain vigilant… pic.twitter.com/KHyylID2pRAll government and private schools in Pakyong, Gangtok, Namchi and Mangan districts will remain closed till October 8, 2023.
The AIR News Gangtok posted Emergency Operating Centre Helpline Numbers.
#Sikkim: Emergency Operating Center Helpline Number
03592-202461/201145
Gangtok-03592-284444
Namchi- 03595-263734
Mangan- 03592-234538
Pakyong- 03592-291936
Soreng- 8016747244
Gyalshing- 03595-250888
For Tourist- 7001911393 ( Nodal Officer)
(Asst. Director)- 8101426284October 4, 2023 Mamata Banerjee expresses concern
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed concern over reports that 23 soldiers went missing following a flash flood in Sikkim, and assured all possible help on the part of her government.
Deeply concerned on getting the news of 23 soldiers missing after a flash flood in Sikkim which followed a cloudburst in the region. While expressing solidarity and promise of assistance from our government side if sought on this matter, I also urge all concerned in North Bengal…
October 4, 2023AdvertisementAll steps have been taken to evacuate people in the districts of Kalimpong, Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri to safer places. Senior ministers of the state and senior IAS officers have been rushed to North Bengal to oversee rescue and relief operations. Close vigil is being kept to ensure no loss of life in this grave calamity, the chief minister said.
Banerjee also said that her administration has taken efforts to evacuate people to safer locations in Kalimpong, Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts in West Bengal following heavy rain in the last few days.
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