Sikkim disaster caused by massive earthquakes that struck Nepal?
Sikkim, causing a flash flood in Teesta River Basin. Scientists are exploring the possibility of connecting the geological events, as both Nepal and Sikkim are situated on the young-fold Himalayas that is understood to be still rising, causing tremors over the years.
Wednesday's disaster in Sikkim also led to the breach of the Chungthang dam, the biggest hydropower project in the state. It is part of the 1,200 megawatts (MW) Teesta Stage III Hydro Electric Project in which the state government is the majority stakeholder.
Satellite images released by Hyderabad-based National Remote Sensing Centre showed that the area of the south Lhonak lake reduced by over 100 hectares when compared to its extent on September 17, indicating the lake outburst triggered a flash flood in the Teesta River basin in north Sikkim. "Exciting news! Mint is now on WhatsApp Channels
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