Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], June 4 (ANI): Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Tuesday said he spoke with Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang regarding the flood and landslide situation caused by heavy rains in the state and assured him of full support from the Central Government.

The Union Minister said that the central government remained committed to supporting the people of Sikkim.

'Spoke to Sikkim CM PS Tamang Golay regarding the flood and landslide situation caused by heavy rains in the State and assured him of every possible support from the Central Government. We remain firmly committed to supporting the people of Sikkim in this challenging time,' Scindia posted on X.

Earlier on Tuesday, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who spoke with him to take stock of the situation caused by heavy rainfall and floods in the region and assured all help and support from the Centre.

In a post on social media platform X, Chief Minister Tamang wrote, 'Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, On behalf of the people of Sikkim, I extend my heartiest gratitude for your kind concern and support regarding the landslide and flood situation in the state. Our state administration remains fully committed to managing the situation and providing all necessary assistance to those affected. Thank you once again for your kind concern, Sir.'

In Sikkim, the state government has officially declared the damage caused by continuous rainfall in Mangan district since May 28 as a 'disaster' under Section 22(2)(b) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005.

Three army personnel died and six others went missing after a landslide triggered by heavy rain struck an Indian Army camp at Chaten in Lachen town.

Incessant rainfall and a cloudburst in northern Sikkim on the night of May 30-31 triggered widespread devastation, severely damaging critical roads and bridges. River Teesta surged by 35-40 feet, snapping regional connectivity.

Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur conducted an on-site inspection of the Indreni Bridge on Tuesday amid rising water levels in the Singtam area. His visit came as concern mounted over the safety of the infrastructure and local residents.

In view of landslides and a recent bus accident, the state's Tourism and Civil Aviation Department has advised tourists to exercise caution and plan their trips based on the latest road and weather updates from official sources.

Jyotiraditya Scindia also said that he spoke to the Manipur Governor regarding the state flood situation and assured support to the affected.

'Spoke to the Governor of Manipur @RajBhavManipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, regarding the prevailing flood situation in the State. We stand committed to supporting the affected people and ensuring timely relief and recovery,' he posted on X.

In response to the ongoing flood situation under Operation Jal Rahat II, the Assam Rifles has continued its relentless humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) efforts across the states of Manipur and Tripura.

A total of ten columns have been actively deployed by Inspector General Assam Rifles (South) and Inspector General Assam Rifles (East) to conduct rescue, relief, and medical aid operations. One additional column remains on standby at Haflong for rapid deployment if required, Assam Rifles said in a release.

On Monday, Manipur Fire Service, Assam Rifles, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and the Indian Army conducted joint evacuation operations to rescue stranded medical students and staff from the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) in Imphal, following severe waterlogging triggered by heavy rainfall.

On May 31, several areas in Imphal experienced flood-like conditions due to persistent rainfall and subsequent waterlogging.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke on Tuesday with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, and Manipur Governor Ajay Bhalla to review the flood situation in the northeastern region. The Prime Minister assured full support from the Central Government.

Sharing an update on X, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote, 'A short while ago, Prime Minister @narendramodi ji called me to enquire about the current flood situation in Assam. I briefed him on how continuous rainfall in Assam and adjoining states has led to flooding and impacted many lives. I also apprised him of the relief operation undertaken by the state government.'

He added, 'The PM expressed concern and assured full support from the Central Government for our relief and rehabilitation efforts. Grateful for his guidance and unwavering support to the people of Assam.' (ANI)