Incessant rains across Northeast India have claimed three lives and disrupted life in Assam, Mizoram, Tripura, and Nagaland. With widespread flooding, landslides, and road blockages, authorities remain on high alert. IMD predicts more heavy rainfall and strong winds, prompting disaster management efforts across the region.
Incessant rainfall over the past two days has wreaked havoc across several northeastern states, claiming three lives and causing widespread disruption to daily life. Triggered by a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, the unrelenting downpour has led to landslides, flash floods, and severe waterlogging across Assam, Mizoram, Tripura, and Nagaland.
In Mizoram, one man, 36-year-old Lalnunmawia, died and another was injured when a retaining wall collapsed in Thuampui, Aizawl, following 24 hours of continuous rain. Authorities reported that schools in Aizawl district remained shut for the second consecutive day amid fears of further landslides.
Tripura also witnessed tragedy when 16-year-old Tanmoy Debnath drowned in a pond while fishing at Jirania in West Tripura district. The state reported significant damage to 106 houses, with 33 of them severely affected. At least 210 people from 57 families have taken shelter in relief camps in West Tripura and Khowai districts.
Meanwhile, in Nagaland, a truck driver lost his life on Friday when rocks and sludge fell on his vehicle during a rockfall on National Highway-29 in the Chumoukedima district. The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) warned of more rain and potential landslides in foothill areas like Dimapur, Chumoukedima, and Tuli till June 5.
In Assam, relentless rain caused waterlogging in several areas of Guwahati for the second day. Key roads like the Guwahati-Shillong route were submerged, leading to heavy traffic congestion. Flash floods impacted neighborhoods such as Chandmari, Rukminigaon, and Hatigaon.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the entire region, predicting extremely heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds reaching up to 70 km/h until June 1. An advisory from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has warned of potential flash floods, landslides, and further damage due to continued heavy rainfall over the next 48 hours.
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Air travelers have also been advised to check their flight status before heading to Guwahati Airport, which may experience delays due to the inclement weather.
Authorities across the region remain on high alert, with emergency response teams deployed and relief operations underway. Officials have urged residents to stay indoors, avoid flooded areas, and remain cautious as the rain is expected to continue over the coming days.
