Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Floods, landslides kill 25 in northern India
Heavy rains in northern and northeastern India have caused floods and landslides, killing at least 25 people.
In Nagaland, nine people died in landslides, and in Kashmir, 15 people were killed in rain-related incidents.
Over 57,000 people in Assam have been affected by the floods.
The weather office predicts more rain in the coming days.
In neighboring Nepal, 27 people have died, and 69 have been injured due to similar weather conditions.
Highways in Nepal have been blocked by debris from landslides.
Rescue teams are working to help those affected.
At least 25 people died in floods and landslides across northern and northeastern India over the weekend.
Nine people were killed in landslides in Nagaland, and 15 were killed in rain-related incidents in Kashmir.
Over 57,000 people in Assam have been affected by torrential rains and floods.
India's weather office predicts active monsoon conditions for the next 6-7 days.
In Nepal, 27 people have died, and 69 have been injured due to floods, landslides, and heavy rain since mid-June.
- Who
- Residents of northern and northeastern India, including Nagaland, Kashmir, and Assam.
- What
- Floods and landslides caused by torrential rain.
- When
- Over the weekend, with more rain predicted for the next 6-7 days.
- Where
- Northern and northeastern India, including Nagaland, Kashmir, and Assam, and neighboring Nepal.
- Why
- Persistent and heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.
Government Response
Citizen Concerns
Disaster Management
Government Response
Government agencies are actively responding with rescue teams and disaster management efforts.
Citizen Concerns
Citizens express concerns about the adequacy and timeliness of relief efforts.
- Total Deaths
- 25
- Affected People
- 57,000
- Affected Districts
- 7
- Predicted Rain Duration
- 6-7 days
- Nepal Deaths
- 27
- Nepal Injuries
- 69
- Nepal Missing
- 1