Mon Oct 06 06:12:27 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Devastating landslides triggered by torrential rainfall have struck the Darjeeling district and Dooars region of West Bengal, India, resulting in a rising death toll of 24 and leaving thousands of tourists stranded. West Bengal Governor C. V. Ananda Bose has cut short his personal trip to South India and is heading to Darjeeling to oversee rescue operations, assess the damage in areas like Mirik, and coordinate with the NDMA. He will also submit a report with recommendations to authorities. The landslides were caused by over 300mm of rain in just 12 hours, impacting areas including Mirik, Sukhiapokhri, Jorebunglow, and Nagrakata.

**News Article:**

**Landslides Ravage Darjeeling, Governor Rushes to Oversee Rescue Efforts**

**Darjeeling, West Bengal – October 6, 2025** – A devastating series of landslides triggered by torrential rainfall has claimed the lives of at least 24 people in the Darjeeling district and Dooars region of West Bengal. The disaster, caused by over 300mm of rain in just 12 hours, has also left thousands of tourists stranded in cut-off hill pockets.

West Bengal Governor C. V. Ananda Bose has cut short his personal visit to Tamil Nadu and Kerala and is en route to Darjeeling to personally supervise rescue operations. He is expected to arrive in the affected areas of Mirik and begin assessing the damage firsthand.

“Governor Bose is coordinating with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and taking regular updates regarding the situation,” a Raj Bhavan official told PTI. “He will also submit a report this evening with specific recommendations to the competent authorities.”

The landslides have severely impacted several areas, including Mirik, Sukhiapokhri, and Jorebunglow in Darjeeling, as well as Nagrakata in Jalpaiguri district. Disaster management personnel are currently conducting rescue operations.

The Governor’s office has confirmed that he is prioritizing the rescue and rehabilitation efforts and will engage directly with those affected by the disaster. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed.

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