Six people died after heavy rain triggered flash floods and landslides in a remote area of India's northeast.

According to the officials, another five people were missing near the affected area in Sikkim, a state in the Himalayan foothills bordering China and popular with Indian tourists.&nbsp;

Senior state government official Gopinath Raha said on Friday (June 14), “Flood waters from the Teesta river had washed away roads and bridges, which has temporarily stranded more than 1,500 people.”

"The water level of the Teesta river surged past the danger mark on Thursday morning, causing severe damage on the roads and disrupting traffic," he told AFP.

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Over 100 vehicles were struck at various points in the northern part of Sikkim and more than 1,500 tourists were also stranded in the state as the newly constructed Bailey bridge at Sangkalang came crashing down, severing the link between Mangan and Dzongu and Chungthang.&nbsp;

Mangan district police superintendent Sonam Dichu informed, “Parts of the state's north had been cut off from the rest of the country. Many houses have been washed away."

Sikkim's state disaster agency reported that rescue operations were in progress, but the damage to the local mobile phone network was hindering relief efforts.

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Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said that his government was "working in every way possible to provide every possible support to the victims and affected families".

Flash floods along the river last year, triggered by a glacial lake bursting its banks, dealt extensive damage to roads and bridges across the state.

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Six people died after heavy rain triggered flash floods and landslides in a remote area of India's northeast. According to the officials, another five people were missing near the affected area in Sikkim, a state in the Himalayan foothills bordering China and popular with Indian tourists.

Six people died after heavy rain triggered flash floods and landslides in a remote area of India's northeast. According to the officials, another five people were missing near the affected area in Sikkim, a state in the Himalayan foothills bordering China and popular with Indian tourists. Senior state government official Gopinath Raha said on Friday (June 14), “Flood waters from the Teesta river had washed away roads and bridges, which has temporarily stranded more than 1,500 people.” "The water level of the Teesta river surged past the danger mark on Thursday morning, causing severe damage on the roads and disrupting traffic," he told AFP. Also read: Kerala rainfall: 4 people killed as torrential rains hit state, IMD issues red alert for 5 districts Over 100 vehicles were struck at various points in the northern part of Sikkim and more than 1,500 tourists were also stranded in the state as the newly constructed Bailey bridge at Sangkalang came crashing down, severing the link between Mangan and Dzongu and Chungthang. Mangan district police superintendent Sonam Dichu informed, “Parts of the state's north had been cut off from the rest of the country. Many houses have been washed away." Sikkim's state disaster agency reported that rescue operations were in progress, but the damage to the local mobile phone network was hindering relief efforts. VIDEO: Rain & floods affect thousands in Chile × Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said that his government was "working in every way possible to provide every possible support to the victims and affected families". Flash floods along the river last year, triggered by a glacial lake bursting its banks, dealt extensive damage to roads and bridges across the state. (With inputs from agencies)

Six dead, five missing as Sikkim faces floods and landslides due to incessant rainfall

Tragedy has struck the northeastern state of Sikkim as flash floods and cloudbursts have wreaked havoc, resulting in the loss&nbsp;of at least 53 lives, including seven soldiers.

Additionally, 27 more bodies were discovered in the Teesta riverbed in neighbouring West Bengal over the past three days.&nbsp;

Over 140 people&nbsp;are still missing, while thousands have been displaced by the calamity.

The Sikkim government reports extensive damage to 1,173 houses and the successful rescue of 2,413 people.

The floodwaters have submerged or washed out all bridges downstream to the Teesta-V hydropower station, severely disrupting communication to North Sikkim, as reported by ANI.

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<h2>Government initiatives and relief efforts</h2>

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has taken charge of the crisis, leading high-level discussions to formulate rescue, relief, and restoration strategies.

Immediate attention has been given to reestablishing road connectivity to Chungthang, with plans to construct the road from Naga to Toong as soon as suitable land becomes available.

Families of the deceased will receive compensation of ₹4 lakh each ($4,812 each).

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts light to moderate rainfall in most areas of Mangan district over the next five days, posing challenges to the evacuation of over 3,000 stranded tourists.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has faced difficulties in conducting rescue operations due to adverse weather conditions, including low cloud cover and visibility in the Lachen and Lachung valleys. Aerial rescue operations are expected to resume once the weather clears.

Flash floods and cloudbursts have caused widespread destruction in Sikkim, affecting more than 25,000 people, damaging nearly 1,200 homes, and destroying 13 bridges.

While rescue efforts have saved 2,413 individuals, 6,875 people remain displaced and are taking shelter in 22 relief camps across the state, which is now largely isolated from the rest of the country.

The flash floods were triggered by a glacial lake burst, leading to the release of water from the Chungthang Dam, resulting in a sudden rise in the Teesta River's water level.

Chief Minister Tamang attributed the catastrophe to "inferior construction" by previous state governments, emphasising the need for improved infrastructure.

Recent reports indicate that a Parliamentary Committee had previously highlighted a severe shortage of meteorological and monitoring stations in Himalayan regions.

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Sikkim has been informed that it possesses 694 glacial lakes and eight flood forecasting stations, raising questions about the adequacy of monitoring and early warning systems.

An Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) has been formed by the Home Ministry to visit the affected areas and assess the extent of damage, signalling the government's commitment to addressing this calamity.

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Tragedy has struck the northeastern state of Sikkim as flash floods and cloudbursts have wreaked havoc, resulting in the loss of at least 53 lives, including seven soldiers.

Tragedy has struck the northeastern state of Sikkim as flash floods and cloudbursts have wreaked havoc, resulting in the loss of at least 53 lives, including seven soldiers. Additionally, 27 more bodies were discovered in the Teesta riverbed in neighbouring West Bengal over the past three days. Over 140 people are still missing, while thousands have been displaced by the calamity. The Sikkim government reports extensive damage to 1,173 houses and the successful rescue of 2,413 people. The floodwaters have submerged or washed out all bridges downstream to the Teesta-V hydropower station, severely disrupting communication to North Sikkim, as reported by ANI. Also read | Sikkim flash floods: Central Water Commission’s study alerted authorities about lake outburst in 2015 Government initiatives and relief efforts Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has taken charge of the crisis, leading high-level discussions to formulate rescue, relief, and restoration strategies. Immediate attention has been given to reestablishing road connectivity to Chungthang, with plans to construct the road from Naga to Toong as soon as suitable land becomes available. Families of the deceased will receive compensation of ₹4 lakh each ($4,812 each). The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts light to moderate rainfall in most areas of Mangan district over the next five days, posing challenges to the evacuation of over 3,000 stranded tourists. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has faced difficulties in conducting rescue operations due to adverse weather conditions, including low cloud cover and visibility in the Lachen and Lachung valleys. Aerial rescue operations are expected to resume once the weather clears. Flash floods and cloudbursts have caused widespread destruction in Sikkim, affecting more than 25,000 people, damaging nearly 1,200 homes, and destroying 13 bridges. While rescue efforts have saved 2,413 individuals, 6,875 people remain displaced and are taking shelter in 22 relief camps across the state, which is now largely isolated from the rest of the country. The flash floods were triggered by a glacial lake burst, leading to the release of water from the Chungthang Dam, resulting in a sudden rise in the Teesta River's water level. Chief Minister Tamang attributed the catastrophe to "inferior construction" by previous state governments, emphasising the need for improved infrastructure. Recent reports indicate that a Parliamentary Committee had previously highlighted a severe shortage of meteorological and monitoring stations in Himalayan regions. Also watch | Esha's gold-silver feat at Hangzhou Asian Games | The India Story Sikkim has been informed that it possesses 694 glacial lakes and eight flood forecasting stations, raising questions about the adequacy of monitoring and early warning systems. An Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) has been formed by the Home Ministry to visit the affected areas and assess the extent of damage, signalling the government's commitment to addressing this calamity. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Sikkim flash floods: 53 killed, 27 bodies recovered from Teesta river

A research conducted by the Central Water Commission back in 2015 has now grabbed headlines after flash floods in India’s northeastern state of Sikkim wreaked havoc claiming lives of at least 22 people.

As per news agency PTI reports, the study had clearly warned the state government that most of the hydropower projects on the Teesta river are extremely prone to such events.

A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), which took place in parts of Lhonak Lake, lead to a rapid rise in water levels with very high velocities downstream along the Teesta River Basin in the early hours of Oct 4.

The CWC analysis, titled “Glacial Lake Outburst Flood–South Lhonak System in Teesta River Basin”, was aimed at studying the impact of GLOF in vulnerable areas and the hydropower projects on the river.

CWC investigators found out that GLOFs in glacial lakes in the river basin could lead to extreme flash floods downstream, affecting areas like Lachen, Chungthang, Dikchu, Singtam, Manipal, Rangpo, Bara Mungwa villages, and the entirety of hydropower projects Teesta I to VI along a 175-km stretch of the river.

The 2015 research also predicted a probable increase in the river’s water level by 4.45 metres due to a GLOF at South Lhonak Lake.

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It assessed that the lake could release water at a rate of 6,210 cubic metres per second, which could reach Chungthang and the Teesta III projects within two hours.

Surprisingly, the study had also underlined the need for the hydropower project authorities to take the findings into consideration and accordingly develop mechanisms for close monitoring of the lakes.

According to news agency PTI reports, experts say that despite issuing multiple warnings, the authorities failed to install early warning systems.

“Multiple studies, including one by the commission, had cautioned the state authorities about the GLOF hazard in the upper Teesta River region. We currently have one flood forecasting station 20 km upstream of Chungthang. More stations can be installed if the state submits a proposal,” a CWC official said on condition of anonymity.

According to the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), the disaster has killed at least 22 people, including seven army jawans, whereas 103 others are missing.

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A research conducted by the Central Water Commission back in 2015 has now grabbed headlines after flash floods in India’s northeastern state of Sikkim wreaked havoc claiming lives of at least 22 people. As per news agency PTI reports, the study had clearly warned the state government that most of the hydropower projects on the Teesta river are extremely prone to such events. A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), which took place in parts of Lhonak Lake, lead to a rapid rise in water levels with very high velocities downstream along the Teesta River Basin in the early hours of Oct 4. The CWC analysis, titled “Glacial Lake Outburst Flood–South Lhonak System in Teesta River Basin”, was aimed at studying the impact of GLOF in vulnerable areas and the hydropower projects on the river. CWC investigators found out that GLOFs in glacial lakes in the river basin could lead to extreme flash floods downstream, affecting areas like Lachen, Chungthang, Dikchu, Singtam, Manipal, Rangpo, Bara Mungwa villages, and the entirety of hydropower projects Teesta I to VI along a 175-km stretch of the river. The 2015 research also predicted a probable increase in the river’s water level by 4.45 metres due to a GLOF at South Lhonak Lake. Also read: Explained | Is Sikkim flash flood not caused by cloud burst but glacial lake outburst? It assessed that the lake could release water at a rate of 6,210 cubic metres per second, which could reach Chungthang and the Teesta III projects within two hours. Surprisingly, the study had also underlined the need for the hydropower project authorities to take the findings into consideration and accordingly develop mechanisms for close monitoring of the lakes. According to news agency PTI reports, experts say that despite issuing multiple warnings, the authorities failed to install early warning systems. “Multiple studies, including one by the commission, had cautioned the state authorities about the GLOF hazard in the upper Teesta River region. We currently have one flood forecasting station 20 km upstream of Chungthang. More stations can be installed if the state submits a proposal,” a CWC official said on condition of anonymity. According to the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), the disaster has killed at least 22 people, including seven army jawans, whereas 103 others are missing. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Flash floods in India’s northeastern state of Sikkim have so far claimed 21&nbsp;lives, while more than 100 still remain missing, including 23 army personnel.&nbsp;

The floods were caused by a slew of factors, including a cloud burst, a breach in the South Shonak lake and the release of water from the Chungthang dam. &nbsp;This caused mayhem in at least four districts of the state.

Disaster authorities are also looking into the possibility of a breach in the lake triggered by an earthquake in neighbouring Nepal.&nbsp;

<h2>7,000 tourists safe</h2>

The state government Thursday (Oct 5) said the 7,000 tourists stuck in the floods were safe and getting help from the Indian army and rescue authorities.&nbsp;

The evacuation process is likely to start on Friday (Oct 6), given weather remains calm.

"All visitors to Lachen, Lachung and other places are safe. Though phone and mobile lines are down, Army officers are helping them communicate with their families back home, using the voice-over-internet protocol," said Sikkim chief secretary V B Pathak.&nbsp;

"The road beyond Mangan is devastated and Chungthang has suffered the most. As a result, Lachen and Lachung have been cut off from the rest of Sikkim. Only Lachung-Chungthang road is still motorable. We are trying our best to restore the road connectivity," said Tashi Wangyel, spokesperson for Sikkim Police.

<h2>Contact with&nbsp;Chungthang established</h2>

Hem Kumar Chettri, District Collector of Mangan District&nbsp;said Friday that authorities were successful in establishing contact with&nbsp;Chungthang Thursday night. The official said, "We were able to establish contact with Chungthang last night. We came to know that the entire town was full of slush. So, they have engaged machinery to clear the town. So far, there is no report of anyone missing from Chungthang town."

"But the damage has been extensive. People have been shifted to the BOP area. Today, we were supposed to take a helicopter to Lachung and come down to Chungthang. But because of the weather conditions, the helicopter may not come. So, we have decided to send a team on foot...One team will reach Chungthang today and will assess the actual situation...No casualties from Chungthang so far. There are reports of people missing from different areas but we have no report of anyone losing their life. Property damage has been extensive," he added.

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He further said that till evacuation begins, the tourists are being provided with essentials through choppers.&nbsp;“Once the helicopter service begins, tourists from Lachung and Lachen will be brought to Mangan district headquarters. From there, they will be brought to Gangtok by road. Their journey ahead will be taken care of,” Wangyel added.

<h2>Crackdown on hoarding and overpricing</h2>

Meanwhile, the state authorities on Wednesday (Oct 4) issued directives to prevent illegal hoarding and overpricing.&nbsp;

The state food and civil supplies department in a notice on Wednesday said petrol pumps across Sikkim should not sell more than 20 litres of diesel and 15 litres of petrol to a single individual.

“Fuel pumps have been advised to stock around 1,500 litres of both petrol and diesel for emergencies,” said a source to Telegraph India.

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Senior government officials also talked to customers to ensure they were not charged extra amid fears of a shortage of essential supplies.

“Senior government officials also held talks with various trade bodies to ensure that there was no shortage of essential supplies. Plans have been drawn up to bring such items into the state through alternative routes as the NH10 is closed now,” a source was quoted as saying by Telegraph India.

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Flash floods in India’s northeastern state of Sikkim have so far claimed 21 lives, while more than 100 still remain missing, including 23 army personnel. The floods were caused by a slew of factors, including a cloud burst, a breach in the South Shonak lake and the release of water from the Chungthang dam.

Flash floods in India’s northeastern state of Sikkim have so far claimed 21 lives, while more than 100 still remain missing, including 23 army personnel. The floods were caused by a slew of factors, including a cloud burst, a breach in the South Shonak lake and the release of water from the Chungthang dam. This caused mayhem in at least four districts of the state. Disaster authorities are also looking into the possibility of a breach in the lake triggered by an earthquake in neighbouring Nepal. 7,000 tourists safe The state government Thursday (Oct 5) said the 7,000 tourists stuck in the floods were safe and getting help from the Indian army and rescue authorities. The evacuation process is likely to start on Friday (Oct 6), given weather remains calm. "All visitors to Lachen, Lachung and other places are safe. Though phone and mobile lines are down, Army officers are helping them communicate with their families back home, using the voice-over-internet protocol," said Sikkim chief secretary V B Pathak. "The road beyond Mangan is devastated and Chungthang has suffered the most. As a result, Lachen and Lachung have been cut off from the rest of Sikkim. Only Lachung-Chungthang road is still motorable. We are trying our best to restore the road connectivity," said Tashi Wangyel, spokesperson for Sikkim Police. Contact with Chungthang established Hem Kumar Chettri, District Collector of Mangan District said Friday that authorities were successful in establishing contact with Chungthang Thursday night. The official said, "We were able to establish contact with Chungthang last night. We came to know that the entire town was full of slush. So, they have engaged machinery to clear the town. So far, there is no report of anyone missing from Chungthang town." "But the damage has been extensive. People have been shifted to the BOP area. Today, we were supposed to take a helicopter to Lachung and come down to Chungthang. But because of the weather conditions, the helicopter may not come. So, we have decided to send a team on foot...One team will reach Chungthang today and will assess the actual situation...No casualties from Chungthang so far. There are reports of people missing from different areas but we have no report of anyone losing their life. Property damage has been extensive," he added. Watch: Gravitas: The Great Himalayan meltdown | Flash floods batter Sikkim × He further said that till evacuation begins, the tourists are being provided with essentials through choppers. “Once the helicopter service begins, tourists from Lachung and Lachen will be brought to Mangan district headquarters. From there, they will be brought to Gangtok by road. Their journey ahead will be taken care of,” Wangyel added. Crackdown on hoarding and overpricing Meanwhile, the state authorities on Wednesday (Oct 4) issued directives to prevent illegal hoarding and overpricing. The state food and civil supplies department in a notice on Wednesday said petrol pumps across Sikkim should not sell more than 20 litres of diesel and 15 litres of petrol to a single individual. “Fuel pumps have been advised to stock around 1,500 litres of both petrol and diesel for emergencies,” said a source to Telegraph India. Also read: Explained | Is Sikkim flash flood not caused by cloud burst but glacial lake outburst? Senior government officials also talked to customers to ensure they were not charged extra amid fears of a shortage of essential supplies. “Senior government officials also held talks with various trade bodies to ensure that there was no shortage of essential supplies. Plans have been drawn up to bring such items into the state through alternative routes as the NH10 is closed now,” a source was quoted as saying by Telegraph India. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Sikkim flood: 21 dead, above 100 missing, 7,000 tourists stranded; evacuation to start today

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama has expressed grief over the tragedy that has befallen the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim.

Latest tolls show that the flash floods have claimed the lives of 14 people, while 102 people remain missing. As per reports, over 3,000 tourists are feared to be stranded in different parts of the state.

<h2>Condolences: Dalai Lama</h2>

The 14th Dalai Lama, as per a press statement released on Wednesday (Oct 4th), expressed his grief over the loss of life and widespread damage to property.

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A letter to Prem Singh Tamang, Chief Minister of Sikkim, read, "His Holiness the Dalai Lama expressed his sadness about the loss of life and widespread damage to property that has occurred in Sikkim as a result of the flash flood that took place in the Teesta River Valley last night."

"I offer my condolences to families who have lost loved ones…as well as others affected by this disaster, and pray for their welfare," wrote the Tibetan spiritual leader.

He also said that as a mark of his solidarity with the affected people, he has instructed the Dalai Lama Trust to extend financial aid towards relief and rescue efforts.

<h2>Latest toll</h2>

As per ANI, all the 14 people who lost their lives in the calamity were civilians. At least 102 people are missing, and over 3,000 are believed to be stranded. Around 12 to 14 workers who were working on the Teesta Stage 3 dam in Chungthang are among the missing.

Missing people have been reported from Chungthang in Mangan district, Dikchu, Singtam in Gangtok district and Rangpo in Pakyong district.

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"There are 12–14 workers still stranded in the tunnels of the dam. Collectively, across the State, 26 people have been reportedly injured and rushed to the hospitals. While 23 Army personnel in Bardang are still missing. They had a convoy vehicle which was parked adjacent to the highway which got submerged in the sludge," Sikkim Chief Secretary VB Pathak told media.

<h2>What happened in Sikkim?</h2>

As per Pathak, on Tuesday night (Oct 3rd), Sikkim's Lhonak Lake "received a cloudburst around 10:42 pm."

"Thereafter, the lake breached its embankment and made its course towards the Teesta River. Soon different parts of the Teesta basin reported a rise in water, with particularly alarming levels in Chungthang where the Teesta Stage 3 dam was breached," he added.

One platoon of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is already engaged in rescue efforts. The state government has requested three extra platoons. The request has been approved by the Indian central government.

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Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama has expressed grief over the tragedy that has befallen the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim. Latest tolls show that the flash floods have claimed the lives of 14 people, while 102 people remain missing.

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama has expressed grief over the tragedy that has befallen the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim. Latest tolls show that the flash floods have claimed the lives of 14 people, while 102 people remain missing. As per reports, over 3,000 tourists are feared to be stranded in different parts of the state. Condolences: Dalai Lama The 14th Dalai Lama, as per a press statement released on Wednesday (Oct 4th), expressed his grief over the loss of life and widespread damage to property. Also read | Sikkim floods: Death toll climbs to 14; ISRO conducts image-based study of South Lhonk Lake A letter to Prem Singh Tamang, Chief Minister of Sikkim, read, "His Holiness the Dalai Lama expressed his sadness about the loss of life and widespread damage to property that has occurred in Sikkim as a result of the flash flood that took place in the Teesta River Valley last night." "I offer my condolences to families who have lost loved ones…as well as others affected by this disaster, and pray for their welfare," wrote the Tibetan spiritual leader. He also said that as a mark of his solidarity with the affected people, he has instructed the Dalai Lama Trust to extend financial aid towards relief and rescue efforts. Latest toll As per ANI, all the 14 people who lost their lives in the calamity were civilians. At least 102 people are missing, and over 3,000 are believed to be stranded. Around 12 to 14 workers who were working on the Teesta Stage 3 dam in Chungthang are among the missing. Missing people have been reported from Chungthang in Mangan district, Dikchu, Singtam in Gangtok district and Rangpo in Pakyong district. Also read | India: Highways, buildings washed away in Sikkim flash floods; 8 dead, 22 army personnel among many missing "There are 12–14 workers still stranded in the tunnels of the dam. Collectively, across the State, 26 people have been reportedly injured and rushed to the hospitals. While 23 Army personnel in Bardang are still missing. They had a convoy vehicle which was parked adjacent to the highway which got submerged in the sludge," Sikkim Chief Secretary VB Pathak told media. What happened in Sikkim? As per Pathak, on Tuesday night (Oct 3rd), Sikkim's Lhonak Lake "received a cloudburst around 10:42 pm." "Thereafter, the lake breached its embankment and made its course towards the Teesta River. Soon different parts of the Teesta basin reported a rise in water, with particularly alarming levels in Chungthang where the Teesta Stage 3 dam was breached," he added. One platoon of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is already engaged in rescue efforts. The state government has requested three extra platoons. The request has been approved by the Indian central government. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Sikkim floods: Dalai Lama expresses grief following devastation caused by flash floods

Major disasters recently struck two neighbouring nations. Nepal Earthquake and Sikkim flash floods. Though two different disasters struck two different nations. Scientists are exploring a possible link between Nepal Earthquakes & Sikkim flash floods.

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday (Oct 4) carried out a satellite-based study on the outburst of the South Lhonk Lake in Sikkim which caused a flash flood in the state.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday (Oct 4) carried out a satellite-based study on the outburst of the South Lhonk Lake in Sikkim which caused a flash flood in the state. In a statement, ISRO said, "It is observed that Lake is Burst and about 105 Hectares area has been drained out (28 September 2023 image versus 04 October 2023) which might have created a flash flood downstream." "ISRO will continue monitoring the lake further using the satellite data," the statement added. What do the satellite images show? A satellite image shared by ISRO on its website depicted South Lhonak Lake and its surroundings as observed by RISAT 1A on Wednesday; Pre & Post view of South Lhonak Lake as observed by RISAT 1A on Wednesday morning and by Sentinel 1A on September 28 evening; temporal changes in the lake area as on September 17, 2023, September 28, 2023, and October 4, 2023. In another satellite image, ISRO said it received information about the flash flood in Teesta River, adding the suspected reason from various ground sources was the outburst of the South Lhonk Lake. "It is found that the lake area is reduced drastically when compared with September 17, 2023, RISAT 1A satellite data," the space agency added. Death toll climbs to 14; 102 still missing The death toll due to the flash flood has climbed to 14 and 102 missing are still missing. Twenty-six people have been injured so far. On Wednesday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he spoke with Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and took stock of the situation. "Spoke to Sikkim CM Shri @PSTamangGolay and took stock of the situation in the wake of the unfortunate natural calamity in parts of the state. Assured all possible support in addressing the challenge. I pray for the safety and well-being of all those affected," Prime Minister Modi said in a post on X. Several towns, including Dikchu, Singtam and Rangpo located in the Teesta basin, have also been flooded with the upsurge in the river. Meanwhile, all schools located in Mangan, Gangtok, Pakyong and Namchi districts will remain closed till October 8, the state government said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Sikkim floods: Death toll climbs to 14; ISRO conducts image-based study of South Lhonk Lake

The cloudburst occurred over Lhonak Lake in Sikkim. Cloudburst caused a sudden rise in the water level of river Teesta. The incident triggered flash floods in Sikkim. As many as 23 Army personnel have been reported missing.

Flash floods in Sikkim after cloudburts, atleast 23 Armymen missing

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