ETV Bharat / bharat

20 people killed in landslides in Assam's Barak Valley region

As many as 20 people died in landslides triggered by heavy rains in three districts of Assam's Barak Valley region on Tuesday. Out of these 20 casualties, six have been reported from Karimganj district, seven each from Cachar and Hailakandi districts.

landslide
landslide
author img

By

Published : Jun 2, 2020, 3:34 PM IST

Updated : Jun 2, 2020, 7:16 PM IST

Assam: At least 20 people died in landslides triggered by heavy rains in three districts of Assam's Barak Valley region on Tuesday, according to a news report.

Out of these 20 casualties, six have been reported from Karimganj district, seven each from Cachar and Hailakandi districts.

20 people killed in landslides in Assam's Barak Valley region

The state which has been reeling under floodwaters following incessant rains has so far reported nine deaths owing to the deluge, with lakhs of people being affected in seven districts.

The floods have so far damaged crops in 2,678 hectares and affected 44,331 domestic animals and 9,350 poultry.

Also read: COVID-19 LIVE: Andhra Pradesh reports 82 new cases in last 24 hours; tally reaches 3200

Several parts of Assam and Meghalaya have been receiving extremely heavy rainfall since May 20, after super cyclone Amphan weakened.

Assam: At least 20 people died in landslides triggered by heavy rains in three districts of Assam's Barak Valley region on Tuesday, according to a news report.

Out of these 20 casualties, six have been reported from Karimganj district, seven each from Cachar and Hailakandi districts.

20 people killed in landslides in Assam's Barak Valley region

The state which has been reeling under floodwaters following incessant rains has so far reported nine deaths owing to the deluge, with lakhs of people being affected in seven districts.

The floods have so far damaged crops in 2,678 hectares and affected 44,331 domestic animals and 9,350 poultry.

Also read: COVID-19 LIVE: Andhra Pradesh reports 82 new cases in last 24 hours; tally reaches 3200

Several parts of Assam and Meghalaya have been receiving extremely heavy rainfall since May 20, after super cyclone Amphan weakened.

Last Updated : Jun 2, 2020, 7:16 PM IST
ETV Bharat Logo

Copyright © 2024 Ushodaya Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., All Rights Reserved.