In brief
Heavy rainfall has led to catastrophic floods across northern India, resulting in at least 30 deaths since Tuesday. Flash floods have damaged infrastructure and left residents stranded, prompting ongoing rescue operations involving helicopters and boats. The disaster has particularly affected areas in Indian-administered Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab.
Heavy rainfall has triggered landslides and flash floods across northern India. More than 30 people have died since Tuesday 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 currently underway, with authorities deploying helicopters and boats to evacuate people stranded in the affected areas.
