Tourists Defy Weather Woes in Darjeeling and Kalimpong

Despite adverse weather and landslides affecting traffic in Darjeeling and Kalimpong, tourists are still flocking to these regions. Tour operators report minimal cancellations. However, Dooars faces higher booking cancellations due to flooding. The state government is assisting stranded tourists with special services, while some trekking groups continue their journeys.

Despite adverse weather and landslides disrupting traffic in Darjeeling and Kalimpong, tourists are arriving in droves, tour operators reported on Monday.

Data from the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation (WBTDC) shows minimal room cancellations, except in landslide-affected areas. Yet, Dooars sees higher cancellations amid floods.

The government provides special bus services for stranded tourists, while trekking groups still head to Sandakphu. Traffic via Darjeeling's NH-55 to Siliguri reopens, as weather forecasts predict light rain in the coming days.

(With inputs from agencies.)