Environment · India
Monsoon Rains Cause Widespread Flooding, Landslides, and Deaths Across India
Heavy monsoon rains have led to severe flooding and landslides in several Indian states, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Himachal Pradesh, resulting in numerous deaths and widespread disruption. Despite the overall monsoon season being below normal rainfall, specific regions are experiencing extreme weather events. The incidents have highlighted issues with urban planning and infrastructure, with some reports pointing to construction activities as contributing factors to landslides.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 1 · Centre 10 · Right 3 n = 14
- Left (1): National Herald
- Centre (10): Amar Ujala, Deccan Chronicle, Greater Kashmir, Haribhoomi, Mint, NDTV, The Free Press Journal, The New Indian Express, The Print, The Times of India
- Right (3): Dainik Jagran, India Today, The Pioneer
- International (1): Al Jazeera English