Teesta River Alert Issued in Jalpaiguri After Sikkim Landslide

The Jalpaiguri district administration has issued a high alert in areas near the Teesta River following a massive landslide in Sikkim.

Teesta River Flow Changes

Authorities are closely monitoring the river because the landslide may have blocked the natural water flow of the Teesta River.

Administration Takes Precautions

Officials used loudspeakers in villages near Gazoldoba and Jalpaiguri to warn residents on Sunday. People living near the river banks are told not to go near the water for fishing or other work. The administration is ready to move people to safe places if an emergency happens.