More than 100 people have lost their lives across India since July after relentless monsoon rains triggered devastating floods, landslides, and lightning strikes, according to official reports.
The northeastern state of Assam has recorded the highest death toll, with at least 87 fatalities. Sivasagar district alone accounted for 47 deaths as severe flooding forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes.
In the southern state of Kerala, authorities confirmed at least 15 deaths and seven people missing following days of intense rainfall. More than 10,000 residents have taken refuge in over 300 relief camps set up by the state government.
Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir has also been badly affected, with reports indicating at least 31 people killed by sudden and intense rainstorms.
Meanwhile, lightning strikes claimed at least 14 lives in Jharkhand, most of them farm workers caught outdoors during thunderstorms.
Scientists warn that climate change is making South Asia's annual monsoon season more extreme and dangerous, increasing the frequency of heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides. Weather experts also say this year's El Niño climate pattern has disrupted normal rainfall, contributing to severe weather across the region.
The impact has extended beyond India. In neighboring Sri Lanka, monsoon floods have killed at least eight people and displaced about 12,000 others, even as parts of the country continue to suffer from severe drought.
Authorities in affected areas are continuing rescue operations while providing shelter and emergency assistance to thousands of displaced residents.
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