Floods and landslides kill 68 in northern India and Nepal
Floods and landslides kill 68 in northern India and Nepal
IN · Published Sep 29, 2026
• Heavy rainfall over the past three days has triggered floods and landslides across northern India and Nepal, claiming at least 68 lives.
• Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state, reported 56 fatalities and over 1,000 damaged houses.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rains have caused significant damage to infrastructure, including bridges and culverts, and disrupted daily life in affected regions. In Uttar Pradesh, the agricultural sector has been hit hard, with concerns over crop damage and delays in sowing. In Odisha, the swelling rivers have forced mass evacuations, while popular tourist spots like Devkund have been closed. The ongoing monsoon season continues to pose risks of further flooding and landslides.

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