Drenching Rainstorms in North India: Their Persistent Onslaught Leaves parts of India Ravaged
Floods and Landslides Ravage Northern India
Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread flooding and landslides across several northern states, with Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand being the most affected regions.
In Punjab, the situation is particularly dire, with the state experiencing its worst flooding crisis since 1988. All 23 districts have been declared flood-hit, and over 3.55 lakh residents have been affected across 1,655 villages. The swollen Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers are wreaking havoc, causing extensive damage to crops and infrastructure.
The death toll in Punjab has risen to 37 people, and rescue operations are ongoing. Rs 71 crore has been released as immediate relief, and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is visiting the flood-affected areas to assess the situation. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal plans to assess the damage alongside Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
In Jammu and Kashmir, the Srinagar-Jammu national highway and rail services between Jammu and Katra have been shut down due to the floods. Landslides are a potential risk in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh due to the heavy rainfall.
Authorities in all affected areas are urging residents in vulnerable areas to remain vigilant and follow local administration guidelines. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts above-normal rainfall of 109% in September, warning of flash floods and landslides in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Red alerts have been issued across multiple northern states.
Central and state governments are coordinating rescue operations and relief distribution across all affected regions. The Yamuna River in Delhi has crossed the critical 207-metre mark, reaching 207.48 metres, and around 12,000 people have been evacuated from low-lying areas in the city.
This extreme weather event is one of the most severe in recent years, and the IMD warns that it is likely to persist for the next 2-3 days. As the situation continues to unfold, authorities and relief workers are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of those affected by the floods and landslides.
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