Monsoon Havoc in India: Several States Devastated
Monsoon Havoc in India: Several States Devastated
Monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across India, severely affecting the states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana. Weather authorities warn that rainfall intensity is likely to increase further from September 1.
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In Himachal Pradesh, 140 mm of rainfall has been recorded, triggering landslides that destroyed roads and disrupted communication networks. According to the state’s Chief Minister, the scale of devastation is greater than the 2023 floods, though the death toll remains relatively lower.
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In Telangana, rising water levels in the Godavari River have submerged low-lying areas, while Punjab is also badly hit by floods, leaving over 7,000 people displaced.
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In Uttarakhand, heavy waterlogging forced the closure of educational institutions. Meanwhile, the Yamuna River in Delhi has crossed dangerous levels. With over 399 mm of rainfall recorded in August, the city has broken a 15-year rainfall record.
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In Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir, floods and landslides have shut down the Jammu-Srinagar highway. Rescue operations continue as several pilgrims remain missing following a landslide during a religious journey.
