Watch Videos: Sikkim flash floods, cloud burst, Chungthang dam destruction caught on camera

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floods were compounded by the release of water from the Chungthang dam that led to a sudden increase in water levels up to 15-20 feet high downstream. Indreni steel bridge in Gangtok's Singtam was completely washed away by Teesta river water.

The main highway connecting Sikkim to West Bengal state fell apart and Gangtok was totally cut off by road. Chief Minister PS Tamang extended full support to all the victims and their families.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sikkim CM wrote, “In these challenging times, I want to extend my heartfelt support to all the victims and their families affected by this unfortunate event." The State Disaster Management Authority informed that three bodies have been recovered from Singtam during rescue and relief efforts so far. Take a look at the Sikkim flood situation in videos shared below, 1) Chungthang Dam being breached in Sikkim 2) Aftermath of flash floods in Singtam after a cloud burst 3) Around 30 Army personnel went missing in flash flood situation in Sikkim 4) Flash floods wreak havoc in north Sikkim 5) Rescue operation underway in Sikkim Three districts in Sikkim including Mangan (north Sikkim), Pakyong and Gangtok (east Sikkim) have been severely affected.

While Mangan was the worst hit, Teesta River water level is expected to cross the danger mark during the day. A flood alert was issued for some districts of north Bengal and Bangladesh.