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📅 Updated: 2025-10-31
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Heavy snowfall recently blanketed the higher reaches of Sikkim, particularly along the Indo-China border, towards the end of April. This prompted a red alert from the India Meteorological Department, warning of very heavy precipitation and a significant drop in temperatures. The severe weather led to disruptions, including road closures and concerns about stranded individuals, though reports indicate that the Indian Army assisted in evacuating tourists from affected areas. While the most intense snowfall has subsided, authorities are continuing to monitor conditions, especially for potential avalanches and landslides in the mountainous regions.
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Earlier this year, Sikkim and the regions along the Indo-China border experienced heavy snowfall. This led to a red alert being issued for Sikkim, resulting in the closure of schools and colleges and significant disruption, including impact on tourist movements.
Heavy snowfall has blanketed areas along the Indo-China border, particularly in Sikkim. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Red Alert for the region due to the severe weather, which includes isolated heavy to very heavy snowfall. This has significantly disrupted traffic, leading to stranded vehicles and blocked roads.
Sikkim recently experienced unseasonal snowfall in its higher regions, including Nathula. This happened after Cyclone Mocha caused heavy rainfall and a significant drop in temperatures across the state.