Heavy Rains and Landslides Claim 68 Lives in India and Nepal
Heavy Rains and Landslides Claim 68 Lives in India and Nepal
IN · Published Oct 1, 2026
• Heavy rainfall over the past few days has led to devastating floods and landslides in India and Nepal, resulting in the loss of at least 68 lives.
• In Uttar Pradesh, India, 56 fatalities were reported between Friday and Sunday due to landslides and flooding caused by 66.5 mm of rainfall, far exceeding the seasonal average of 7.6 mm.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall has caused significant damage to infrastructure, homes, and agricultural fields in Uttar Pradesh and Odisha, India. Thousands of residents have been displaced, and the risk of further flooding remains high. In Nepal, landslides and floods have disrupted communities, with search and rescue efforts underway for missing persons. The events highlight the increasing vulnerability of South Asia to extreme weather events, potentially linked to climate change.

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