Hills in chaos: 20 killed as landslides hit Bengal’s Mirik and Darjeeling; hundreds of tourists stranded – 10 points | India News – The Times of India

Hills in chaos: 20 killed as landslides hit Bengal’s Mirik and Darjeeling; hundreds of tourists stranded – 10 points | India News – The Times of India

Rescue operation underway after landslides hit the area following heavy rainfall, in Darjeeling. (Pic credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: At least 20 people, including children, have died and scores have been injured as relentless downpours triggered massive landslides across the Mirik and Darjeeling hills in West Bengal on Sunday. Homes were swept away, roads severed, and…

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West Bengal rains: Several dead as landslides hit Darjeeling district; iron bridge collapses | India News – The Times of India

West Bengal rains: Several dead as landslides hit Darjeeling district; iron bridge collapses | India News – The Times of India

DARJEELING: Torrential rains on Sunday night triggered multiple landslides across Darjeeling district, claiming seven lives and leaving several others missing. The continuous downpour has severely disrupted connectivity, prompting authorities to issue urgent safety advisories.The Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) has announced the closure of all tourist spots until further notice to ensure the safety of visitors…

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