Heavy Rainfall Triggers Landslides in Sikkim's Rimbi Village
Heavy Rainfall Triggers Landslides in Sikkim's Rimbi Village
IN · Published Sep 25, 2026
• Continuous heavy rainfall has triggered a major landslide in Rimbi village, located in the Yuksom-Tashiding constituency of West Sikkim.
• The incident, which occurred on Friday, sent large amounts of mud, rocks, and debris downhill, endangering nearby houses, properties, and road connectivity.

Impact & Risks

The landslides have raised concerns for residents in Rimbi and other affected areas, as homes, properties, and infrastructure remain at risk. In Rimbi, 128 people from 28 houses in vulnerable zones have been relocated to safer locations. Road connectivity has been disrupted in several areas, and damage to water pipelines has affected local water supplies. The risk of further landslides remains high due to continued rainfall, posing additional threats to public safety and infrastructure.

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