Continuous monsoon rain across north Bengal, Sikkim and Bhutan has pushed up water levels in several rivers, triggering flash floods in parts of the Dooars and causing concern among the administration and local residents.
Continuous rainfall over the past few days has severely affected road connectivity across Sikkim, while the flood situation in North Bengal has started improving following a significant reduction in rainfall since Monday night.
Landslides were reported along the Siliguri-Mirik Road, while large parts of Matigara in the Siliguri subdivision were submerged.
Heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas of North Bengal, Sikkim and adjoining Bhutan has triggered a flood-like situation in parts of Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts, prompting authorities to issue alerts and step up precautionary measures.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings to the people of Sikkim on the occasion of the state’s 50th Statehood Day, lauding its contribution to national development and assuring continued support from the Centre for its progress and prosperity.
A group of Speakers from six states met in Jaipur on Tuesday to deliberate on improving the effectiveness, transparency, and accountability of the House Committee system.
Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant on Friday declared Sikkim as the country’s first paperless judiciary, marking a major milestone in India’s push towards digital justice delivery.
Union minister for parliamentary affairs Kiren Rijiju arrived in Sikkim on Thursday on an official visit focused on reviewing developmental initiatives and participating in a series of official engagements in Mangan district.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced a major development push for Sikkim, including plans to enhance connectivity and tourism infrastructure, while addressing the closing ceremony of the state’s 50th year of statehood celebrations in Gangtok. He asserted that the “new generation of Sikkim reflects true patriotism.”
PM Modi flags major projects in Sikkim, stresses connectivity and tourism, and positions the Northeast as central to India’s growth narrative during the state’s 50th year celebrations.
