Severe Floods Devastate Bangladesh and Northeast India
Heavy monsoon rains have left millions stranded, caused multiple fatalities, and damaged infrastructure across the region.
- Over 4.5 million people are affected in Bangladesh, with 15 confirmed deaths.
- In India's Tripura state, floods and landslides have killed 23 people and displaced tens of thousands.
- Both countries face challenges in rescue and relief operations due to severed road connectivity and power outages.
- Bangladesh and India are experiencing their heaviest rains of the year, exacerbated by climate change.
- Diplomatic tensions have arisen over the cause of the floods, with Bangladesh accusing India of releasing dam water, a claim India denies.