Gangtok, Sep 15: Sikkim Minister-cum-Area MLA Tshering T. Bhutia on Tuesday inspected the landslide-affected area at Rimbi/Singlitam in Gyalshing district and assessed the extensive damage caused to households, properties and the MelliKhechuperiYuksom road. The landslide has completely damaged the road, severely disrupting a key connectivity route in the area. During the inspection, Bhutia reviewed the... The post Sikkim Minister Tshering T. Bhutia Inspects Landslide-Hit Rimbi, Assures Support To Affected Families first appeared on Northeast Today .
Heavy rain triggers landslides in Sikkims Gyalshing; evacuation on
Digital Desk | Gangtok, Sep 15 (IANS) Heavy rainfall has triggered heightened landslide activity in Sikkims Gyalshing district, particularly at Singlitam and Rimbi, forcing authorities to evacuate 28 houses comprising 128 people from vulnerable locations at Rimbi as precautionary measures, officials said on Tuesday. The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) said the landslide incidents have been reported since September 12, affecting residential areas and public infrastructure. The district administration and various line departments are maintaining round-the-clock surveillance while undertaking relief, restoration and safety operations. At Singlitam, seven households directly affected by the landslide have been shifted to a relief centre at Singlitam Ward. More than 33 people, including children and elderly residents, are currently staying at the shelter, where the administration is providing food and other essential supplies. At Rimbi, four houses where 18 people were living were initially evacuated from vulnerable locations, and the families moved to relatives homes. Following heavy rain and flooding on September 14, authorities expanded the evacuation operation, shifting 128 residents from 28 houses to the Rimbi Gram Panchayat Kendra. Officials identified the area around Mandir Point as the main zone of landslide activity. The lower-lying Rimbi Ward remains vulnerable to further slope failures. Debris has accumulated along the NiK Kholsa stream, with water carrying loose material towards Rimbi village. The resulting surge has already washed away an RCC bridge and is obstructing the natural flow of water, raising concerns of sudden debris and water release during intense rainfall. The Rimbi River has also altered its course and is impacting the roadside flank. The state government is working on the construction of a Bailey Bridge at a higher location after the main road was washed away on the night of May 14. Continuous debris clearance and road restoration work are also underway. At Singlitam, lighting has been installed at the affected site to facilitate monitoring during rainfall. A temporary bamboo bridge is scheduled to be constructed from September 15 to improve local movement, while water pipes are being supplied to restore connectivity to the Rimbi relief camp and village water tank. The Rimbi ICDS Centre, located below the expanding landslide zone, was flooded on September 14. Authorities have advised the department to explore shifting the centre to a safer location. Residents have been urged to avoid landslide zones, rivers and streams during heavy rain and immediately report fresh cracks, ground movement, unusual sounds or sudden changes in water flow to authorities.
Sikkim Landslides: 28 Houses, 128 People Evacuated In Rimbi; Relief Measures Intensified
Gangtok, September 14: The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) has issued an advisory amid a prevailing landslide situation at Singlitam and Rimbi in Gyalshing district, with the District Administration and concerned departments intensifying relief, evacuation and road restoration measures. The landslides, reported from September 12, have affected several vulnerable areas, with District Collector Gyalshing... The post Sikkim Landslides: 28 Houses, 128 People Evacuated In Rimbi; Relief Measures Intensified first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim CM Meets NEET Qualifiers, Hands Over Laptops To MBBS Students
Gangtok, September 14: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Sunday met students from the state who qualified the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and secured admission to the MBBS 2026 batch at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences, Helen Lepcha Sikkim Government Medical College and other reputed medical institutions across the country. The... The post Sikkim CM Meets NEET Qualifiers, Hands Over Laptops To MBBS Students first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim CM Performs Vastu Puja At Newly Constructed Jan Sewa Bhawan In Lumsey
Gangtok, Sept 14: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Monday performed the Vastu Puja of the newly constructed Jan Sewa Bhawan (Mini Secretariat) at Lumsey on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi and Teej. Tamang said the new facility is aimed at bringing governance closer to the people and making public services simpler, faster and... The post Sikkim CM Performs Vastu Puja At Newly Constructed Jan Sewa Bhawan In Lumsey first appeared on Northeast Today .
Jan Sewa Bhawan Lumsey to Begin Operations September 15
Gangtok, September 14: Jan Sewa Bhawan Lumsey, Sikkims newly constructed Mini Secretariat, will begin functioning on September 15, 2026, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) [] The post Jan Sewa Bhawan Lumsey to Begin Operations September 15 appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
All Eight Sikkim Residents Stranded After Nepal Flash Flood Return Home Safely
Gangtok, September 11: All eight Sikkim residents who were briefly stranded following the flash flood in Nepal on August 26 have safely returned home, the Nepal Flash Flood Task Force of the Government of Sikkim said on Friday. The eight residents, members of a Kailash Mansarovar Yatra group from Gangtok and Gyalshing districts, were... The post All Eight Sikkim Residents Stranded After Nepal Flash Flood Return Home Safely first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Extends Greetings On 60th Nathu La Vijay Diwas
Gangtok, September 11: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang extended his greetings to the personnel, officers, soldiers and veterans of the Indian Army, particularly those serving in Sikkim, on the 60th Nathu La Vijay Diwas. In his message, Tamang recalled the courage, valour and sacrifice of the armed forces in safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial... The post Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Extends Greetings On 60th Nathu La Vijay Diwas first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim: Dzongu Becomes Near 100% Solid Waste-Free Under Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G)
Gangtok, September 11: The Dzongu Block in Sikkims Mangan district has emerged as a near 100% solid waste-free region under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G), following a major community-led effort to clear decades of accumulated waste. The initiative was led by the Block Administrative Centre (BAC), Passingdang, Dzongu, in collaboration with the Rural Development Department,... The post Sikkim: Dzongu Becomes Near 100% Solid Waste-Free Under Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G) first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim Government Considers Ban on Two-Wheelers in Protected Areas
Gangtok, August 20: The Sikkim government is contemplating a ban on two-wheelers in restricted areas if the state cabinet approves a proposal discussed during consultations with stakeholders. This could affect motorcycle-riding tourists visiting Restricted Area Permit (RAP) and Protected Area Permit (PAP) sites. A senior official revealed that the proposal emerged during a meeting led ... Read more Sikkim Government Considers Ban on Two-Wheelers in Protected Areas
Why Gangtok is Indias most walkable city
What is it like to grow up in a city built for feet, not wheels?PrajwalParajuly returns to Gangtok, where school, errands and even social visits are made on foot, and reflects on what Indias increasingly car-choked cities could learn from its quiet, uphill rhythms
Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], August 11: As India steps into the 2026 academic session, a clear shift is being observed in student career choices. Traditional degree paths are slowly making way for skill-based, industry-ready programmes that promise faster employment and stronger practical exposure. Amid this changing trend, MIT University Sikkim has emerged as one of the []
ITBP Chief Visits Forward Border Posts in Sikkim
Gangtok, August 11: The Director General of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Shatrughan Kapoor, visited the forward border posts of the 11th and 48th battalions in Sikkim, located at an altitude of 17,000 feet. During his visit, he reviewed operational readiness and engaged in discussions with the troops. DG Kapoor addressed a soldiers conference to ... Read more ITBP Chief Visits Forward Border Posts in Sikkim
Tragic Landslide in Sikkim Tunnel Claims Seven Lives, Rescue Operations Ongoing
Gangtok, July 21: A devastating landslide in an under-construction tunnel of the NHPCs Teesta Stage-6 project in Sikkims Namchi district has confirmed the deaths of seven individuals. Concerns remain for several workers who are still believed to be trapped inside the tunnel. The bodies of the deceased have been sent to nearby hospitals for post-mortem ... Read more Tragic Landslide in Sikkim Tunnel Claims Seven Lives, Rescue Operations Ongoing
Methane Gas Leak and Landslide in Sikkim Tunnel: 27 Workers Trapped, Rescue Operations Underway
Gangtok, July 21: A landslide at the under-construction Samardung tunnel in Sikkims southern district has raised concerns for the safety of approximately 27 workers who are believed to be trapped inside. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, prompting immediate rescue operations by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Sikkim police, ... Read more Methane Gas Leak and Landslide in Sikkim Tunnel: 27 Workers Trapped, Rescue Operations Underway
Gangtok in Xinjiang? Sikkim activist wants State to get X to fix geolocation error
Muk Hang Limboo says an apparent geolocation anomaly on X indicates that the Sikkim capital is a part of the Uyghur-dominated province of China
Youth Arrested for Alleged ISIS Links, Sikkim Police Assures No Terror Network Exists
Gangtok, July 1: Sikkim Police have arrested a 19-year-old youth in connection with alleged online activities linked to the Islamic State (ISIS). Authorities clarified that there is no evidence of an organized terrorist module, local extremist network, or communal conspiracy in the state. The case currently pertains to an individuals alleged self-radicalization. The suspect, identified ... Read more Youth Arrested for Alleged ISIS Links, Sikkim Police Assures No Terror Network Exists
Mountain Bookings Up 76 Per Cent In June As Urban Indians Flock To Hills: Report
Amid the rising heat there is increase in demand for tourist destinations such as Shimla, Srinagar, Tirthan Valley and Gangtok from the people from tier-II and tier-III cities.
Indian Army Modernizes Hostel in Northern Sikkim Under Operation Sadbhavana
Gangtok, June 20: The Indian Army has successfully completed the modernization of the Netaji Subhash Chandra Hostel in the Lower Jongu area of northern Sikkim as part of Operation Sadbhavana. This initiative reflects the Armys commitment to social welfare and education. The hostel, located within the Taryang Primary School campus, provides residential facilities for children ... Read more Indian Army Modernizes Hostel in Northern Sikkim Under Operation Sadbhavana
The Sikkim govt has lifted odd-even vehicle restrictions across most districts. This decision comes as fuel stocks are now sufficient. However, the odd-even rule still remains in effect within Gangtok town. Restrictions on government vehicles also continue. These measures were part of broader efforts to conserve fuel following a crisis.
President Murmu flags off women-only Aama Didi Bahini Pink Bus service in Gangtok, Sikkim
President Murmu Advocates for Collaborative Policing in Sikkim
Gangtok, May 28: President Droupadi Murmu awarded the Presidents Badge to the Sikkim Police on Thursday in Gangtok. During the ceremony, she congratulated all past and present officials and personnel of the Sikkim Police for their dedication. Established in 1897, this police force has worked tirelessly to ensure peace, security, and justice in Sikkim. President ... Read more President Murmu Advocates for Collaborative Policing in Sikkim
Sikkim Achieves Full Literacy Status Ahead of National Deadline, President Murmu Congratulates
Gangtok, May 27: Sikkim has achieved the status of a fully literate state under the central governments Ullas-Nava Bharat Literacy Program. This milestone has been reached ahead of the national target set for 2027. The announcement was made during the seventh convocation ceremony of Sikkim University, attended by President Droupadi Murmu. Present at the event ... Read more Sikkim Achieves Full Literacy Status Ahead of National Deadline, President Murmu Congratulates
Sikkim declared fully literate state
The declaration was made under the Centre's ULLAS (Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang at the convocation ceremony of Sikkim University at Manan Kendra in Gangtok.
Sikkim Implements Odd-Even Vehicle Policy for Fuel Savings
Gangtok, May 19: In response to a global crisis, Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal has led Sikkim to become the first state in India to implement an Odd-Even vehicle policy aimed at fuel savings. Under this new system, private and government vehicles with odd-numbered registration plates are allowed to operate on Tuesdays, while those with ... Read more Sikkim Implements Odd-Even Vehicle Policy for Fuel Savings
Sikkim CM Promotes Fuel Conservation Through Walking Initiative
Gangtok, May 18: In a move to promote fuel savings, reduce unnecessary expenditures, and encourage responsible governance, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang walked approximately 14 minutes from his official residence, Mintokgang, to the Manan Center for a government event on Monday. This initiative coincides with the state governments formal implementation of new measures related ... Read more Sikkim CM Promotes Fuel Conservation Through Walking Initiative
Sikkim Chief Minister Promotes Fuel Conservation by Walking to Official Event
Gangtok, May 18: In a significant move to promote fuel conservation and reduce unnecessary expenses, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang walked approximately 14 minutes from his official residence, Mintokgang, to the Manan Center for a government event on Monday. This initiative coincides with the state governments formal implementation of new measures aimed at fuel ... Read more Sikkim Chief Minister Promotes Fuel Conservation by Walking to Official Event
Vice President Celebrates Vision of Developed Bengal During Visit to Teesta River
Gangtok, May 17: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan took a moment to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Teesta River while traveling from Gangtok to Bagdogra Airport. He expressed confidence in the West Bengal governments vision of a Developed Bengal. A post from the Vice Presidents office on the social media platform X highlighted his brief ... Read more Vice President Celebrates Vision of Developed Bengal During Visit to Teesta River
