Rekh Singh Meena, NDRF Sub-Inspector, stated that more than 1,500 villagers have been rescued, further stating that instructions were received from the District Commissioner to shift villagers to safer locations.
The monsoon fury in Himachal Pradesh has left a trail of destruction, claiming 355 lives so far this season, including 194 in rain-related incidents such as landslides, flash floods, drowning, lightning strikes, and other weather-triggered causes, and 161 in road accidents, according to the
The administration of Gandoh Bhalesa Doda has started providing essential facilities to families who were rendered homeless after devastating flash floods and landslides that began on August 24 and continue to affect the region.
Speaking to reporters, Kejriwal said he had come to inquire about the problems faced by people due to floods and waterlogging. He said that the people are getting access to food on time, and the government has made no arrangements to solve the problem of mosquitoes.
The Election Commission of Pakistan has postponed by-elections in nine constituencies, citing floods that damaged infrastructure, displaced voters, and tied up civil administration in relief operations. According to Dawn, the decision affects both National and Punjab Assembly seats, with a n
The calamity that struck Beja village earlier this week washed away vital roads, leaving residents of Butla, Beja, Shrekhi, and Katyara isolated from the main town.
Seaking to ANI, a local resident, Arun, said, "Now the water level is quite normal; it has decreased significantly compared to before. Everyone around is safe...The water was leaking slowly, which caused the flow to increase a bit, worsening the situation."
The UK and UN have stepped up aid for Pakistan as severe floods hit northern regions and Punjab, with Sindh at risk, Dawn reported. Funds support early warning systems, evacuations, medical aid, and livestock protection. Health advisories warn of waterborne and vector-borne diseases, while n
Parts of the NCR (National Capital Region) remain flooded as the Yamuna's rising water levels, following heavy rainfall, submerge roads, farms, and low-lying areas in Noida and Delhi.
Sahney announced that he is extending financial support to the State Disaster Relief Force for the procurement of advanced boats for flood rescue operations and modern machinery for river desilting.
In the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, the security barriers safeguarding the Tibetan colony within the Municipal Council have sustained significant damage as a result of flooding from the Beas River.