At least 25 people have lost their lives across the northeastern states of India following several days of relentless monsoon rains that triggered widespread flash floods and landslides. The situation remains grim, with the India Meteorological Department warning of continued heavy rainfall in the coming days and issuing multiple alerts across the region.
In Assam, the death toll stands at eight. A major mudslide in Guwahati buried several homes, killing five people, including three from a single family. Flooding in Golaghat and Lakhimpur districts claimed three additional lives. So far, 17 districts have been affected, with over 78,000 people impacted and more than 1,200 residents forced into relief camps. Lakhimpur remains the worst-hit, with over 41,600 people affected. Relief operations by the NDRF, SDRF, police, and fire services are ongoing, even as educational institutions in two districts remain shut and flights at Guwahati airport were disrupted due to adverse weather.
In Arunachal Pradesh, nine people have died. One tragic incident involved a vehicle being swept away by floodwaters, killing seven, while two others drowned in separate events. Relief efforts are underway, with damage assessments and emergency support being carried out by the state administration.
Mizoram, Tripura, and Meghalaya together reported eight deaths in the last 24 hours, mostly from landslides and sudden flooding.
Manipur is facing a flood emergency in its capital Imphal, which has been paralyzed by three days of incessant rain. Waterlogging has been reported widely, and authorities are issuing evacuation advisories for residents living near the Imphal River.
In north Sikkim, nearly 1,500 tourists have been left stranded due to blocked roads following multiple landslides. In a separate incident, one person was killed, two injured, and eight are still missing after a tourist vehicle plunged into the Teesta River in Mangan district.
The IMD has issued red and orange alerts for Assam and orange and yellow alerts across other northeastern states. With weather conditions expected to remain unstable, the risk of further casualties and damage remains high. Authorities across the region continue to prioritize rescue operations, evacuations, and support for displaced families.
