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Monsoon in Sikkim: what actually happens from July to September

Yes, it rains. No, the state does not shut down. Here's what we see from our office window every monsoon — the landslide stretches, the quiet valleys, and why some of our favourite guests come in August.

Ajay SharmaBy Ajay Sharma·15 Jun 2025·5 min read

Yes, it rains. No, the state does not shut down. Here's what we see from our office window every monsoon — the landslide stretches, the quiet valleys, and why some of our favourite guests come in August.

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