Heavy rainfall expected in Sikkim, IMD forecasts floods, landslides, travel disruptions

Heavy rainfall expected in Sikkim, IMD forecasts floods, landslides, travel disruptions

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall across Sikkim, citing a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal and moisture incursion as the main contributing factors. The weather department has cautioned that the persistent downpour may lead to floods, landslides, and travel disruption across the state. In its advisory, the IMD warned residents and local authorities to remain vi…