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West Sikkim hit by landslides; SSB evacuates residents as precaution
Paramilitary personnel moved quickly to evacuate residents from affected areas in West Sikkim after landslides were detected in the region. The Sashastra Seema Bal mobilised disaster response teams following the discovery of the slides.
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A series of landslides struck West Sikkim, prompting the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) to launch an immediate evacuation operation as a precautionary measure. Personnel from the paramilitary force's 'G' Company post stationed at Intake first spotted the landslides, triggering a rapid response from disaster rescue teams deployed to the affected region.
The SSB initiated the evacuation to ensure resident safety in areas threatened by the geological instability. Officials said the disaster rescue team moved swiftly to assess the extent of damage and secure the affected localities.
The incident underscores the region's vulnerability to landslides, a recurring hazard during monsoon seasons in the northeastern Indian state. Authorities maintained heightened vigilance across susceptible zones following the development.
No immediate reports of casualties or significant structural damage were reported, though assessments of the affected areas continued. The SSB's quick detection and response prevented potential losses, officials said.