Monsoon Surge Brings Heavy Rain to East India, Flood Risk in Nepal
Monsoon Surge Brings Heavy Rain to East India, Flood Risk in Nepal
IN · Published Aug 28, 2026
Extremely heavy rainfall has been recorded in parts of West Uttar Pradesh from Thursday into Friday morning, driven by a low-pressure area over north-east Uttar Pradesh.
This system is now weakening, while a new low-pressure area is expected to form over the north-west Bay of Bengal and adjoining West Bengal–north Odisha coasts by Saturday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall has heightened the risk of flash floods, landslides, and debris flows, particularly in areas already saturated by prolonged rain. In Nepal, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has warned of potential flooding in Bagmati province, including Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts, due to orographic lifting and intense downpours. In India, regions such as Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar are likely to experience isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall, which could disrupt daily life and pose risks to infrastructure and agriculture.

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