Floods in Uttar Pradesh: Villages Submerged, Thousands Stranded
Floods in Uttar Pradesh: Villages Submerged, Thousands Stranded
IN · Published Oct 9, 2026
• Flooding across Uttar Pradesh has intensified, with rivers such as the Gomti, Ghaghra, and Sharda overflowing.
• In Lucknow, the Gomti River has been rising for 11 consecutive days, submerging roads in VIP areas and inundating temples like Lete Hanuman and Hanumant Dham.

Impact & Risks

The floods have caused widespread disruption, particularly in urban and rural areas of Uttar Pradesh. In Lucknow, critical infrastructure such as roads and temples has been submerged, affecting daily life. In Gonda, thousands are stranded in isolated villages, while Lakhimpur Kheri faces severe erosion, leading to property loss. Over 3 lakh people are impacted, with significant risks to safety, property, and livelihoods. The hailstorms in Meerut and Muzaffarnagar add to the challenges, potentially damaging crops and vehicles.

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