Floods and Landslides in India's Northeast
Heavy rains in India's northeast have caused floods and landslides, resulting in at least 16 deaths and displacing over 300,000 people. Rescue efforts by the Indian army and air force are ongoing in the worst-hit states of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
Key Points
- Increased rainfall has made the Brahmaputra River more dangerous
- Disasters are common during the June-September monsoon season
- India's northeast is vulnerable to climate change
Pros
- Indian army and air force assisting in rescue efforts
- Animals in Kaziranga National Park being monitored for safety
Cons
- At least 16 people have died
- Over 300,000 people displaced