Siliguri/New Delhi, Oct. 5 -- At least 15 people were reportedly killed and many gone missing as torrential rains caused severe landslides and battered the entire belt of this eastern Himalayan range of Darjeeling snapping the link between Sikkim, Darjeeling and Kalimpong with the rest of the country following blockade of arterial link NH 10.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed ''deep pain'' at the loss of lives and said the situation was being closely monitored. He said the government is committed to providing all possible assistance to to those affected.
''Deeply pained by the loss of lives due to a bridge mishap in Darjeeling. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The situation in Darjeel...