Guwahati, June 1, 2025 — Torrential rains over the last two days have battered the northeastern region of India, claiming at least 28 lives due to devastating floods and landslides. States across the region — including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, Meghalaya, and Nagaland — have been placed on high alert as rescue and relief operations continue.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) attributed the heavy rainfall to a depression over Bangladesh that intensified on Friday. The resulting downpour has led to major disruptions, including road collapses, river overflows, landslides, and widespread urban flooding.
State-wise Impact Overview
Arunachal Pradesh
Seven people lost their lives on Friday night when a landslide swept a vehicle off National Highway 13 into a deep gorge in East Kameng district, between Bana and Seppa. In a separate incident in Lower Subansiri district, two more deaths were reported. Local MLA Mama Natung extended condolences and urged residents to avoid nighttime travel during the monsoon season.
Assam
Guwahati, the state’s largest city, came to a standstill on Saturday as severe urban flooding submerged roads and disrupted daily life. A deadly landslide in Bonda, a locality on the outskirts, killed five people. In response, schools and colleges across Guwahati and Kamrup were shut, and the state government declared a special casual leave for employees commuting to work.
Twelve districts in Assam have been affected by floods. Three flood-related deaths were reported from Golaghat and Lakhimpur districts.
Mizoram
The Mizoram State Disaster Management Authority confirmed landslides at 113 locations across the state. Five people have died due to rain-related incidents, and the authorities are closely monitoring vulnerable areas.
Meghalaya
The state recorded six deaths over the past two days. Landslides and rising water levels have cut off several interior villages from main roads.
Nagaland
A truck driver was killed on Friday in Chumoukedima district after a rockfall caused by heavy rain crushed his vehicle.
Manipur
The Imphal River breached its banks, flooding large parts of Imphal East district. Flash floods and landslides affected hill districts like Senapati, Ukhrul, Tamenglong, Noney, and Pherzawl. The state disaster department reported that 277 people were rescued and relocated to eight relief camps.
Authorities on High Alert
All affected states have mobilized disaster response teams and issued advisories for citizens to stay indoors and avoid travel unless necessary. Relief operations are underway, with rescue teams deployed to evacuate affected residents and provide emergency supplies.
The central and state governments are closely coordinating with meteorological departments to prepare for more rainfall in the coming days. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has been kept on standby for rapid deployment.
Warnings and Safety Measures
Officials have warned residents to remain vigilant, particularly in hilly and low-lying areas vulnerable to landslides or flash floods. Travel restrictions have been suggested in several districts, and helpline numbers have been activated for emergency support.
Conclusion
The monsoon season has once again highlighted the vulnerability of India’s northeastern states to extreme weather events. As climate change continues to influence rainfall patterns, the need for stronger infrastructure, early warning systems, and emergency preparedness becomes more urgent than ever.
