Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Heavy Rains Disrupt Life in Odisha's Koraput, Malkangiri
Heavy rain is causing problems in two districts of Odisha, India.
Roads are flooded, and landslides have closed others, especially on National Highway 326.
This makes it difficult to travel between states.
The weather service says it will keep raining heavily until August 19, with even more expected around August 18.
Heavy rainfall caused landslides and road closures in Koraput and Malkangiri districts.
National Highway 326 in Malkangiri is impassable due to flooding, affecting interstate travel.
Baijaghati-Kerenga hill road in Koraput is blocked by a landslide, disrupting connectivity.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rain in 20 Odisha districts until August 19.
A new low-pressure area is expected to form around August 18, potentially increasing rainfall.
- Who
- Residents, travelers, and officials in affected areas.
- What
- Flooding and landslides caused by heavy rainfall.
- When
- Ongoing, with heavy rain expected until August 19 and potentially beyond.
- Where
- Koraput and Malkangiri districts of Odisha, India.
- Why
- Low-pressure systems causing incessant rainfall.
Impact on transportation
Local Effects
Road Blockages and Disruptions
Impact on transportation
Road closures and landslides hinder access to essential supplies and travel.
Local Effects
Heavy rain and flooding are causing substantial disruption of travel and essential services.
- Affected Districts
- Koraput, Malkangiri, Odisha
- Affected Highway
- National Highway 326
- Landslide Location
- Baijaghati-Kerenga hill road
- Rainfall Forecast
- Heavy rain in 20 Odisha districts until August 19
- Rainfall in Koraput (24 hours)
- 26.7 mm
- Interstate travel affected
- Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh
- State Rainfall Deficit
- 7% below normal (June 1-August 14)
