The Northeast region of India is grappling with severe floods and landslides, as relentless torrential rain continues to wreak havoc. The disaster has claimed 34 lives, displaced over 19,000 people, and affected more than 4 lakh residents across multiple states, including Assam, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim.
Widespread Impact Across Northeast
- Assam: 10 deaths reported, with seven major rivers breaching danger levels. Over 4 lakh people affected across 15 districts.
- Manipur: 19,000 displaced, 3,300 houses damaged, and 47 landslides recorded in the last four days.
- Arunachal Pradesh: A landslide on NH-13 killed seven members of a family in East Kameng district.
- Sikkim: Landslides killed three people, while six security personnel remain missing. Over 1,000 tourists rescued from affected areas.
Government Response & Relief Efforts
- Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has urged residents near riverbanks to stay alert, warning of intensified rainfall in the coming days.
- 31 relief camps have been set up in Imphal East, accommodating evacuees from submerged areas.
- Indian Army & Assam Rifles have rescued over 800 civilians, assisting in flood relief operations.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured all possible assistance, coordinating efforts with state governments.
Weather Forecast & Future Outlook
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Assam, Meghalaya, and Manipur, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in the coming days. Authorities are bracing for further flooding and landslides, urging residents to follow safety advisories.
For more updates on disaster management and relief efforts, stay tuned! 🚨🌧️
