Severe Floods and Landslides Devastate Northeastern India and Bangladesh
Heavy rains have displaced millions and caused significant destruction, with more extreme weather predicted.
- Over 80 people have died across six northeastern states in India due to floods and landslides since late May.
- Assam and Arunachal Pradesh are among the worst-hit areas, with rivers crossing danger levels and widespread damage reported.
- Kaziranga National Park in Assam, home to the one-horned rhinoceros, is heavily affected, forcing animals to seek higher ground.
- Bangladesh's Sylhet division has seen over 1.3 million people affected by the flooding, with relief efforts underway.
- India's weather department has issued red alerts for several northeastern states, forecasting continued heavy rainfall.