Darjeeling: Continuous heavy rainfall in the Darjeeling hills of West Bengal has triggered widespread landslides, causing significant disruption. Also Read: Aadhaar Card: Fee Waiver for Children's Biometric Updates..!

Several homes have been destroyed, roads damaged, and connectivity to remote villages severed, according to official reports. Local administration, police, and disaster response teams have intensified rescue and relief operations, as confirmed by Darjeeling Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Richard Lepcha.Hisense 164 cm (65 inches) U7Q Series 4K Ultra HD Smart QLED Mini LED TV 65U7Q (Black)

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is actively engaged in rescue efforts, particularly in severely affected areas like Mirik Lake.

According to reports from the NDRF and district administration, nine deaths have been confirmed, with two individuals still missing. Also Read: Uttar Pradesh: Self-Defense Workshops for Young Girls and Women Statewide..!

Fatalities and injuries have been reported from areas including Sarsali, Justirgaon, Mirik Basti, Dhar Gaon (Mechi), and Mirik Lake. In Dhar Gaon, massive soil erosion has completely flattened several homes.

Landslides have disrupted major routes, including the Mirik-Sukhiapokhri road, severely impacting transportation and isolating communities in the hilltops.Also Read: Ramanagara: Ijoor Police Arrest Accused for Extortion by Posing as Lokayukta DySP

The disaster has thrown local life into chaos, with rescue teams working tirelessly to provide emergency assistance. Authorities state that these operations are crucial for accelerating relief efforts and ensuring the safety of affected residents, aiming to restore normalcy in the region.