Nilgiris: landslides hit mountain pass, bus gap and rail repairs reported
What happened
Tamil-language reports describe landslides at three spots on the Gethai mountain pass in the Nilgiris, disrupting traffic. Separately, local reports say no buses have run on the Kothagiri road for 16 days.
When it started
The reports do not give an exact date for the landslides or the 16-day bus gap. The DinaMani article's web address suggests 6 November 2026 for its rail repair report.
How it spread
According to Daily Thanthi, landslides hit three places on the Gethai pass and traffic was affected. According to Dinamalar, the Kothagiri road has had no bus service for 16 days. DinaMani reports that repair work is intensifying on the Coonoor-Mettupalayam mountain railway line.
Why it matters
The sources do not state the cause of the landslides or the reason for the bus suspension. They also do not say when services are expected to resume. The reports are based on headlines and summaries only.