Landslide on Lifeline NH-10 Blinks Siliguri–Sikkim Traffic Amid Heavy Rains

A landslide on the crucial National Highway 10 (NH-10), which connects Siliguri to Sikkim, has disrupted vehicular movement between the two regions. The incident occurred on Thursday near Bhavani Mandir in Sevoke, where soil and debris poured onto the road, blocking traffic for both passenger vehicles and commercial transports. [BreakingNews]

NH-10 serves as the primary lifeline between Siliguri and the Himalayan state of Sikkim. Its closure has caused significant inconvenience to travelers and has impacted the supply chain of goods moving between North Bengal and Sikkim. [TrafficUpdate]

Recovery Operations Underway

Administration teams and relevant agencies have reached the site and are clearing the debris using JCBs and other heavy machinery. Officials stated that road restoration work is being carried out on a war footing to reopen the route as quickly as possible. [BreakingNews]

R一般采用 Warning for Travelers

Due to continuous rainfall, the number of landslide incidents has increased along the Sevoke–Kalimpong and Sikkim routes. The administration has urged travelers to exercise caution and check road conditions before planning their journey.

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