Massive landslide hits timbi; officials assess situation and assure immediate relief

Landslide at Rimbi in Gyalshing District has further escalated and entered the village last night further affecting the village and surrounding areas. The active landslide that occurred on August 13, 2026. The landslide has reportedly taken a new diversion, entering the village and affecting several households.

No casualty or loss of human life has been reported so far but two houses have been completed washed out. However, total damaged caused to property and livestock shall be further accessed as soon as the relief team is able to enter the village pertaining to the weather conditions.

Minister-cum-Area MLA, Mr Tshering T. Bhutia, along with Mr Rinzing Chewang Bhutia, IAS, Secretary-cum-Relief Commissioner, Revenue and Disaster Management Department, District Collector, Gyalshing, Mr Tenzing D. Denzongpa, ADC (Development) Mr Surat Gurung, ADC (HQ) Mr Suresh Rai, DE, Roads and Bridges Mr Santosh Singh, SDM, Yuksom, DPO, Gyalshing Mr Ganesh Kumar Rai, BDO, Yuksom, DIO, Gyalshing, OSDs, Panchayat representatives of Tibrung GPU, Ward Panchayat and officials from various line departments visited the affected area today to assess the situation.

During the visit, the officials interacted with the affected families and members of the general public and took stock of the ground situation and immediate requirements. Immediate Relief Measures shall be provided to all affected families. Relief camps have been setup and relief measures are being undertaken.

The Secretary-cum-Relief Commissioner assured that immediate relief assistance would be provided to all affected families as per the applicable provisions and norms. The administration is also making arrangements for short-term relief and necessary support, while properly facilitated relief camps will be provided for affected families wherever required.

Minister-cum-Area MLA Mr Tshering T. Bhutia assured the affected families of all necessary support from the State Government. He stated that the Chief Minister Government of Sikkim has been apprised of the situation and has assured all necessary assistance from the State Government.

The Minister also urged residents to remain vigilant and advised the public to avoid unnecessary movement during night hours, particularly in view of the prevailing landslide situation.

Officials also took visit of the designated relief camp during the field visit and reviewed the arrangements being made for the affected families.

A press conference was also held by the concerned Secretary-cum-Relief Commissioner, during which the current situation and relief measures being undertaken by the administration were briefed to the media.

The district administration continues to closely monitor the situation and has advised residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert and follow the instructions issued by the authorities.