A landslide struck the 20th Mile stretch between Singtam and Rangpo on the morning of June 18, disrupting vehicular movement and affecting connectivity along the route.
According to sources, restoration work is likely to take some time before the affected road section can be reopened for normal traffic. Authorities are monitoring the situation and assessing conditions to ensure the safe clearance of debris and restoration of the roadway.
In view of the disruption, commuters travelling towards Siliguri, Rangpo and other destinations through the affected corridor have been advised to avoid the route until further notice to prevent congestion and inconvenience.
Authorities have urged travellers to use the Singtam–Central Pendam–Rangpo road as an alternative route until regular traffic movement resumes.
Further updates regarding the reopening of the road are awaited.
