NEW DELHI: Large landslides have struck Munshithang on the Lachen–Chungthang highway and Lema/Bob on the Lachung–Chungthang highway on late Thursday, disrupting journey routes in North Sikkim.
The area has been witnessing steady rainfall, elevating considerations over highway security and accessibility.
Whereas the path to Chungthang stays technically open, authorities have suggested that it’s unsafe to be used at night time as a consequence of ongoing heavy rain.
As a precautionary measure, no journey permits to North Sikkim shall be issued for tomorrow. All beforehand issued permits stand cancelled, mentioned Sonam Dechu Bhutia, Superintendent of Police, Mangan district.
Officers are carefully monitoring the scenario as rain continues to hamper reduction and restore efforts. Vacationers and vacationers have been suggested to keep away from the realm till additional discover.