Saturday, March 29, 2025
Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc in Northeast India, Over 34 Dead; IMD Issues Alerts for Several States Including Delhi
Severe weather conditions triggered by continuous heavy rainfall have caused widespread devastation across Northeast India. Over the past four days, more than 34 people have lost their lives, and lakhs have been affected by flooding and landslides in states like Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, and Sikkim. Thousands have been forced to flee their homes as the situation remains dire.
In Sikkim, a massive landslide struck the Chatten Army camp in the Lachen region due to relentless rain. The tragedy claimed the lives of three soldiers, while six others are reported missing. Four soldiers were rescued in injured condition. Intensive rescue operations are underway to locate the missing personnel.
Assam has been among the worst-hit states, with more than 10 reported deaths and over 400,000 people impacted by the floodwaters. Major rivers like the Brahmaputra and Dhansiri are flowing above danger levels. Thousands of displaced individuals have taken refuge in relief camps.
In Mizoram, over 212 roads have been blocked due to landslides, cutting off access and hindering rescue efforts. Manipur has reported damage to more than 3,000 homes, further escalating the crisis.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for several northeastern states, including Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, and Tripura, warning of extremely heavy rainfall in the coming days. Authorities have urged people living in low-lying areas and near riverbanks to move to safer locations.
The IMD has also issued a Yellow Alert for Delhi from June 2 to June 4, predicting light to moderate rainfall accompanied by strong winds reaching speeds of 40–50 km/h. While the rain has brought some relief from the scorching heat, it may also cause localized damage due to gusty winds and waterlogging.
In Uttar Pradesh, multiple districts have been placed under Orange Alert for potential thunderstorms and rainfall. Parts of Rajasthan, including Kota, Udaipur, and Bharatpur, are expected to receive rainfall as well. In Karnataka, six districts have been issued a Red Alert due to forecasts of extremely heavy rainfall.
Northeast India continues to battle the aftermath of torrential rains, with floods and landslides causing significant loss of life and displacement. Multiple states remain under weather alerts issued by the IMD. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and follow official safety guidelines as rescue operations and damage assessments continue.
