Environment · India
Monsoon Rains Cause Widespread Flooding and Deaths Across India
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered severe flooding and landslides across several Indian states, resulting in over 100 deaths and affecting more than 1.68 lakh people. In Assam, 15 districts are impacted, with over 1.68 lakh people affected and the death toll reaching 97. Kerala's Kottayam and Pathanamthitta districts are also experiencing significant flooding, with thousands taking shelter in relief camps. Himachal Pradesh has reported 145 road closures and suffered losses of ₹797 crore due to rain-related incidents, including landslides and flash floods, which have claimed 64 lives since June 30.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (3): National Herald, The Hindu, The News Minute
- Centre (11 votes, 12 outlets): Amar Ujala, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, EastMojo, Greater Kashmir, Outlook India, The Economic Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), The Free Press Journal, The Hindu BusinessLine, The Print, The Quint
- Right (3): News18 Hindi, Republic World, The Pioneer
- International (2): Al Jazeera English, Deutsche Welle