Intense monsoon rains have battered several Indian states, resulting in over 10 fatalities linked to rain-related incidents as relentless showers affected normal life, damaged infrastructure and inundated roads. Fresh floods and landslides were reported in Arunachal Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh, while rising river levels submerged a 100-foot iron bridge in Kinnaur. In Sirmaur district, schools in Paonta Sahib remained closed due to heavy rain
The adverse weather has caused significant disruption across the country, affecting transportation and prompting safety advisories. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to mitigate further risks posed by the ongoing downpours.
Source: The Hindu
