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From Delhi to Tripura, monsoon fury wreaks havoc across India, causes widespread destruction

Flooded streets, landslides and rescue operations mark another day of India’s monsoon, as rains batter the nation

Our Web Desk Published 23.08.24, 03:44 PM

Heavy rains have wreaked havoc across India, flooding streets, disrupting traffic, and triggering landslides in multiple states. From New Delhi to Guwahati, the monsoon's relentless downpour has left cities grappling with submerged roads, rescue operations, and widespread chaos. Authorities are on high alert as the country continues to battle the adverse effects of this year's monsoon season.

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A vehicle cautiously navigates through a waterlogged street in New Delhi, where heavy rains have turned roads into rivers. The ongoing monsoon has caused widespread flooding, disrupting daily life in the capital.

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Delhi residents wade through knee-deep water as the relentless downpour inundates roads and neighbourhoods. With drainage systems overwhelmed, many are left battling the floodwaters on foot. A 15-year-old boy drowned in waterlogged road in Chanakyapuri in central Delhi.

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In Ahmedabad, a motorcycle rider braves a flooded street, steering through waterlogged areas after heavy monsoon rains. The deluge has left several parts of the city under water, causing severe traffic disruptions.

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In Rudraprayag, SDRF personnel carry out a rescue operation after landslides triggered by heavy rains buried homes near Khat Gadera. The relentless rains have caused significant damage, displacing families and trapping many under debris.

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In Agartala, personnel from the Tripura Disaster Management Authority are seen evacuating residents from flood-affected areas. The region has been severely impacted by heavy rainfall, forcing many to leave their homes for safety.

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In Calcutta, residents wade through waterlogged streets after a torrential downpour. The heavy rains have paralysed normal life, with several parts of the city grappling with severe waterlogging.

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In Hyderabad, a man cautiously rides his scooter through a flooded road after heavy monsoon rains hit the city. Waterlogged roads and overflowing drains have become a common sight as the city battles the ongoing downpour.

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Guwahati residents carefully cross a waterlogged street, navigating the floodwaters caused by heavy monsoon rains. The downpour has led to waterlogging in various parts of the city, affecting daily life and transportation.

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