Massive Landslide Destroys Teesta Dam Power Station in Sikkim
The landslide caused significant damage to the Teesta Stage V hydroelectric project and affected multiple homes; no casualties reported.
- The Teesta Stage V dam was defunct following damage from a 2023 glacial lake outburst flood.
- The landslide occurred in Dipu Dara near Singtam, disrupting access to the Singtam-Dikchu Road.
- Six houses were evacuated, and residents were relocated to a temporary relief camp.
- A technical team from Delhi is assessing the damage and planning restoration efforts.
- The Department of Mines and Geology will investigate the cause to prevent future incidents.