Labourer Killed in Gangtok Mudslide During Road Widening Work

• A 50-year-old labourer died in a mudslide during road widening work near Makha outpost in Gangtok district.
• The victim, Harka Bahadur Sanyasi from Sudunglakha, Rhenock area, was buried under debris.
• Rescue operations using a JCB machine found the labourer dead.
• Police allege gross negligence by the private company for not ensuring safety measures.
• A post-mortem was conducted at District Hospital Singtam, and an investigation is underway.

Why It Matters: A labourer died in a Gangtok mudslide, with police citing company negligence for lack of safety.