Unseasonal Heavy Snowfall - Darjeeling Hills : 6–10 Feet in Sandakphu & Falut, Tourists Stranded

The high mountain ridges in Darjeeling Hills of West Bengal have received heavy snowfall since yesterday. While low-altitude areas are experiencing moderate to heavy rainfall, tourist hotspots like Sandakphu and Falut have received 6–10 feet of snow.

1. Tourists Stranded & Rescue Operations

Few tourists are stuck in the snow-covered areas

District police has launched rescue operations immediately

Tourist advisory: Don't visit the area until connectivity is restored

2. Local Reaction (स्थानीय जागरण)

Despite the disruption, tourists and district tourist operators are happy about the late snowfall:

This is unseasonal snowfall in June (usually snow happens in winter)

Sandakphu and Falut are world-famous tourist destinations

Expected: Record tourist footfall in coming days

Official Sources (सरकारी जन under):

District Police: "We advise tourists not to visit until connectivity is restored"

Singalila Land Rovers Owners' Association (SLROA): Similar snowfall incidents in March 2026 when 120 tourists were rescued by SLROA teams

Why This Matters (यह important कि phong):

✨ Bengal's highest point: Sandakphu sits at 11,929 ft altitude

✨ Unseasonal event: June snowfall is extremely rare in Darjeeling

✨ Tourism boost: Late snowfall expected to bring record tourist arrivals

✨ Kanchenjunga view: Sandakphu offers stunning views of Himalayan peaks including Kanchenjunga, Everest

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