Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:57pm on 06 Oct 2025,Monday Weather & Environment
The death toll in North Bengal floods and landslides rose to 28, with several people still missing. Continuous heavy rainfall has stranded thousands of tourists in hill areas. North Bengal Development Minister Udayan Guha said the toll may rise. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called the floods "man-made" and announced ₹5 lakh compensation and a home guard job for one family member of each deceased. The worst-hit areas include Mirik, Sukhiapokhri, Jorebunglow, and Nagrakata. Rescue teams, led by the NDRF, are clearing over 40 landslide sites. Relief camps provide food, water, and medicine. Heavy rains may continue. (PC: HT)
