Darjeeling landslides 2025: Homes, roads, tea gardens destroyed

Torrential rains in West Bengal triggered widespread landslides across Darjeeling, washing away homes, a bridge, roads and sections of tea gardens. Dramatic visuals show hillsides collapsing and rivers in spate. Authorities are assessing damage, clearing debris and assisting stranded residents as rescue efforts continue. Transport links remain disrupted and more rain is possible, keeping the situation fragile. Officials urge caution.