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Monsoon Disasters: Floods, Building Collapses, and Landslides Across India
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2026-07-09 00:21   Environment   10

Monsoon Disasters: Floods, Building Collapses, and Landslides Across India

Heavy monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across India, causing widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage.In Mumbai and Delhi, waterlogging disrupted transportation, with roads submerged and flights canceled.

A three-storey under-construction building collapsed in Delhi's Rohini, trapping several people, while a garbage mound collapse in Pune's Pimpri Chinchwad left 16 people trapped.West Bengal's sub-Himalayan districts faced heavy rain, raising landslide risks.The IMD warned of continued rainfall until July 13, urging caution.Rescue operations are ongoing, with authorities coordinating efforts to save lives.The situation highlights the vulnerability of urban areas to monsoon-induced disasters, prompting calls for better flood management.Meanwhile, Rajasthan and Maharashtra experienced extreme rainfall, with some regions recording over 10 cm of rain.The article underscores the urgent need for infrastructure resilience and disaster preparedness amid escalating climate challenges.

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