North Sikkim experiences early season snowfall, disrupting activities and challenging road users.

North Sikkim has experienced early season snowfall, disrupting socio-economic activities and challenging road users. The snowfall, unusual for this time of year, occurred in regions like Thangu and Gurudongmar Lake following heavy rainfall that led to landslides and rising water levels in the Teesta River, affecting National Highway 10. The Border Roads Organisation is clearing roads, with isolated rainfall expected over the next five days and rising temperatures in Gangtok and Tadong.

September 29, 2024
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