The Teesta Dam’s power station in Singtam, Sikkim, has been left in ruins following a significant landslide.
What Happened: A colossal landslide in Singtam, Sikkim, has inflicted severe damage on the Teesta Dam’s power station. The infrastructure was decimated, turning into a pile of rubble. The full extent of the damage is yet to be ascertained.
The trigger for the landslide is yet to be ascertained, and no details are available about any casualties or injuries have been reported. This incident has sparked worries about the safety of other infrastructures in the region.
The Stage 5 dam has been non-operational since October 2023, following the burst of the Lhonak glacial lake after a cloudburst in Sikkim.
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The Teesta Dam, a major source of hydroelectric power, plays a crucial role in the region’s power supply. The destruction of its power station could lead to power shortages and disrupt the lives of thousands of residents.
The authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the landslide and assess the overall safety of the dam. The findings of this investigation could have far-reaching implications for infrastructure development policies in the region.
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