The monsoon has arrived with a vengeance, bringing torrential rains and widespread flooding across India. Reports from Jharkhand, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan detail the significant impact of the weather, including infrastructure damage, submerged religious sites, and the loss of vehicles.
Jharkhand’s Garhwa district experienced heavy rainfall, causing the Koyal River to flood and carry away construction materials meant for a bridge. The incident led to considerable financial losses. In Nashik, Maharashtra, the Godavari River has overflowed, submerging temples and surrounding areas. Videos capture the severity of the flooding.
In Rajasthan’s Banswara district, a tractor was swept away by rapidly rising floodwaters, and the driver is missing. The incident underscores the dangers associated with monsoon-related flooding. These incidents highlight the urgent need for effective flood control measures and early warning systems to mitigate the impact of the monsoon season.