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Northern India Faces Deadly Floods Amid Heavy Rainfall

Tragic flooding in northern India has resulted in over 30 deaths as relentless rainfall causes landslides and significant property damage.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read
Northern India Faces Deadly Floods Amid Heavy Rainfall
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In brief

In a devastating series of flash floods across northern India, at least 30 people have perished near a revered Hindu shrine in Kashmir. The severe weather has led to blocked roads and submerged homes, prompting urgent rescue operations involving helicopters and boats. As regions like Himachal Pradesh and Punjab grapple with this unprecedented natural disaster, authorities intensify efforts to evacuate residents trapped in affected areas.

Watch: Raging rivers cause destruction in parts of northern India

Heavy rainfall has triggered landslides and flash floods across northern India.

On Tuesday, more than 30 people were killed near a popular Hindu shrine in Indian-administered Kashmir.

Rains have also battered parts of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab states, leaving roads blocked and property submerged.

Rescue operations are underway, with authorities deploying helicopters and boats to evacuate people stranded in the affected areas.

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