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Darjeeling Landslides Claim Twenty Lives Amid Heavy Rains

Darjeeling Landslides Claim Twenty Lives Amid Heavy Rains
Darjeeling Landslides Claim Twenty Lives Amid Heavy Rains

Landslides in the Mirik and Darjeeling hills have resulted in at least 20 fatalities, following a period of heavy rainfall. Rescue operations are currently underway in the affected regions. Authorities have advised tourists to remain indoors due to disrupted traffic movement and road closures. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Governor are expected to visit the sites tomorrow to assess the situation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu have both conveyed their condolences regarding the loss of life.

Source: https://www.news18.com/india/20-killed-in-darjeeling-landslides-tourist-spots-closed-cm-to-visit-site-tomorrow-top-updates-ws-l-9616135.html

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