Torrential Rains Trigger Floods and Landslides Across India, 11 Dead
Torrential Rains Trigger Floods and Landslides Across India, 11 Dead
IN · Published Sep 2, 2026
Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread devastation across several Indian states, resulting in at least 11 fatalities and significant disruptions.
Uttarakhand and Assam have been particularly affected, with landslides and house collapses claiming lives.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rains have caused severe flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across India. In Uttarakhand, landslides and swollen rivers have disrupted highways and caused fatalities. Assam has seen deadly landslides and waterlogging in Guwahati, affecting daily life. Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh are grappling with rising river levels, leading to evacuations and damage to roads and bridges. In West Bengal, waterlogging has disrupted traffic in Kolkata. The IMD has issued alerts for heavy rainfall in several states, increasing the risk of further flooding and landslides. Meghalaya's rainfall deficit could impact water resources in the region.

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