Torrential rains have wreaked havoc in eastern India, causing widespread flooding and leaving a trail of devastation. The situation in Assam remains particularly dire, with over 24.5 lakh people affected across 30 districts. Major rivers like the Brahmaputra and Barak are flowing above the danger mark at several points, inundating vast swathes of land.
The flood situation in Assam has claimed 52 lives so far, while 12 others succumbed to landslides and storms. The Kaziranga National Park, a renowned wildlife sanctuary, has also been severely impacted, with 114 wild animals perishing due to the floods.
Meanwhile, Bihar is facing rising water levels in various rivers following heavy rainfall. The Kosi River is flowing above the danger level in Supaul and surrounding areas, while the Kamla River has crossed the warning level in Madhubani. The Gandak River has also surpassed the danger mark in Gopalganj.
Himachal Pradesh has also been battered by heavy rain, leading to landslides and road closures. Dharamshala and Palampur witnessed rainfall exceeding 200 mm, resulting in the closure of 150 roads and disruption of essential services.
Rajasthan too is facing heavy rainfall, with Shahabad in Baran district recording 195 mm of rainfall in a 24-hour period. Several districts in the state have received significant rainfall, leading to waterlogging in some areas.
Despite heavy rain and flooding in coastal areas of Karnataka, the state has received overall normal rainfall during the southwest monsoon season. However, some regions have recorded below-average rainfall.
