At least 20 people were killed in a landslide that struck Darjeeling in northern India following days of heavy rainfall, local media reported.
Authorities said the incident occurred after persistent monsoon rains triggered flooding and soil collapse in several parts of the region. The disaster also damaged roads and bridges, isolating some communities and hampering relief operations.
The Indian government expressed its condolences to the victims’ families and said it is closely monitoring the situation. Relief efforts are ongoing, with teams deployed to provide aid to affected residents.
Officials said many families displaced by the landslide are now staying in evacuation centers as rescue and recovery work continues. Supplies and emergency assistance are being distributed to those in need.
Heavy rains are common across India during the monsoon season, but the scale of destruction in Darjeeling has raised new concerns about safety in high-risk mountain areas.
Local authorities have warned of possible additional landslides as rains continue, urging residents to stay alert and cooperate with evacuation orders. Search and rescue teams remain in the area as cleanup operations move forward.
