Severe Rainfall Causes Deaths and Disruptions in India

Severe rainfall has caused significant damage and disruption across multiple Indian states, particularly Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, resulting in at least ten deaths and numerous missing persons. The heavy rain led to widespread flooding, with over 100 trains canceled and many schools and colleges closed as a precaution. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured full assistance from the central government. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather warnings, predicting continued heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across various regions, including Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and parts of central and western India. Multiple districts have been placed under alert, and emergency services are actively working on rescue and relief operations. Authorities have urged people to remain cautious and have established control rooms to monitor the situation and coordinate response efforts.