Torrential rains overnight lashed North Bengal’s hills and plains on Saturday night and early Sunday. The sudden emergence of such rains led to bridges washing away and towns from Darjeeling to Cooch Behar getting flooded. A Times of India report has claimed that at least 28 people have lost their lives, most of them from the hill station of Mirik. And beyond that, a dozen remain missing as rescue teams struggle to reach the remote areas that have been isolated by the washed-up debris and water logging.
Darjeeling recorded 261 mm in 24 hours from 8 AM Saturday, classified as extremely heavy rainfall, while Cooch Behar logged 192 mm and Jalpaiguri 172 mm. Gajoldoba reported 300 mm of rain.
Reports suggest that Mirik, Jorebunglow, Maneybhanjang, Sukhiapokhri, and Falakata have been hit the worst.
Mirik Badly Hit, Direct Link to Siliguri Cut
Known for its breathtaking views and thrilling destinations such as Sumendu Lake and the views of Kanchenjunga, the town of Mirik witnessed absolute carnage as thirteen bodies were found in the area. Officials have warned that the toll might rise.
#WATCH | West Bengal | Landslide causes severe damage to residential buildings in Mirik, Darjeeling. pic.twitter.com/tR3czpYHXd
— ANI (@ANI) October 6, 2025
The downpour has destroyed critical links that aided in transportation. These have further affected the relief aid that was directed towards the different parts. Another bridge at Pull Bazaar was also damaged, cutting off Thanaline and parts of Bijanbari. Rohini Road, a significant connection between Darjeeling and the plains, also caved in. The lifeline to Sikkim was shut at Chitrey after the landslides. Darjeeling railway services have also been suspended.
#WATCH | Darjeeling, West Bengal | Rinchen Lama, who lost his loved ones in the landslide incident, says, "…My father-in-law, mother-in-law and sister lost their lives in the landslide incident. Many areas in Darjeeling are affected by landslides…" https://t.co/puyvWR0ymY pic.twitter.com/a0p3owkb85
— ANI (@ANI) October 6, 2025
CM Mamata Banerjee held an emergency virtual meeting with top officials and regional leaders. The meeting included top officials such as Siliguri Mayor Gautam Deb and GTA Chief Anit Thapa, and announced that she would visit the disaster zone on Monday — that is, today.
I am deeply worried and concerned that several areas in both North Bengal and South Bengal have been flooded due to sudden huge rains within a few hours last night as well as due to rush of excessive river waters in our State from outside.
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) October 5, 2025
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