Archive · 20 Jul 2026
8 killed in Nagaland landslides, several injured
In Nagaland, India, heavy rain caused landslides and floods in Mon district.
Eight people died, and many are still injured.
The government is helping with rescue efforts.
The Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister said they are sorry for the tragedy and will help the affected families.
People are being told to stay away from dangerous areas because more rain is expected.
This is part of a bigger problem in the Northeast, where many places have had floods and landslides recently.
At least eight people were killed in landslides and flash floods in Nagaland's Mon district due to heavy rainfall.
Rescue teams are searching for more victims, with several people feared trapped under debris.
Authorities, including the SDRF, police, and Assam Rifles, are conducting search and rescue operations.
The government has initiated relief measures and advised residents to avoid dangerous areas due to continued rainfall.
Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton expressed condolences and assured support to the affected families.
- Who
- Residents of Mon district, Nagaland
- What
- Landslides and flash floods caused by heavy rainfall
- When
- Sunday, July 19
- Where
- Mon district, Nagaland
- Why
- Torrential rain triggered flash floods and landslides
- Location
- Mon district, Nagaland
- Casualties
- 8 confirmed deaths, several injured
- Cause
- Torrential rain and landslides
- Rescue Teams
- District administration, SDRF, police, Assam Rifles, and other agencies
- Government Response
- Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister expressed condolences and assured support
- Advisories
- Residents urged to avoid landslide-prone slopes, riverbanks, and flood-affected areas
- Weather Forecast
- Continued rainfall expected
