At least 34 people have died in India’s northeast following four days of relentless rainfall that triggered widespread flooding and landslides.
The India Meteorological Department has warned of more heavy rain in the coming days, raising concerns of further devastation.
In the Himalayan state of Sikkim, more than a thousand stranded tourists were being evacuated on Monday, according to a government statement.
Meanwhile, in Meghalaya, army rescue teams have been deployed to reach over 500 people trapped in flood-affected areas.
The impact has also been felt across the border in Bangladesh.
In the northeastern district of Sylhet, four members of a family were killed in a landslide.
Authorities have opened hundreds of emergency shelters across the hilly districts of Rangamati, Bandarban, and Khagrachhari to protect vulnerable communities.
Officials in both countries have warned of continued risk from landslides and flash floods, urging residents in high-risk zones to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
India’s northeast and neighboring Bangladesh frequently experience torrential monsoon rains, which often lead to life-threatening floods and landslides, disrupting the lives of millions each year.
In Assam’s Silchar city, floodwaters have submerged homes and roads, and fallen trees have blocked key routes, according to footage from news agency ANI. Local residents are grappling with dire conditions.
“We are facing a lot of challenges. I have a child, and their bed is under water. What can we do in this situation? We stay awake all night,” said Sonu Devi, a Silchar resident.
Rescue efforts are ongoing across the region, as emergency teams race against time to reach those still stranded or at risk.
