India, Oct. 6 -- At least 28 people have died and over a dozen people are missing in the floods and landslide caused by heavy rain in West Bengal's Darjeeling hills last weekend, media reports said.

On the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, heavy rain battered the hills with Mirik being the worst-hit zone in the northern part of the state.

Thirteen bodies were recovered only from Mirik, which is known for its serene natural beauty, tea gardens, and peaceful lakeside setting - making it a popular getaway in the Darjeeling hills.

Road connectivity in key routes has been disrupted in the region.

The hill station usually remains very busy in this part of the year with tourists pouring during the festival season.

Officials warned t...