Arunachal Pradesh receives record monsoon rainfall; Manipur witnesses devastating floods; large-scale rescue efforts underway

The northeastern state of Manipur, along with other parts of the region, is grappling with devastating floods triggered by the heaviest monsoon rains witnessed in decades. Torrential downpours have caused widespread damage, submerging homes, displacing thousands, and disrupting daily life. The situation has turned critical, with heartbreaking images and videos emerging of residents wading through waist-deep waters and makeshift shelters rising on higher ground.

🚨 Heartbreaking to see #Manipur battling devastating floods—homes lost, lives disrupted. Let’s stand together, support relief efforts, & show the people of Manipur they are not alone in this tough time. #ManipurFloods#StayStrongManipur@LevinaNeythiri@ANI@mountain_ratspic.twitter.com/Q6qvNK7PHa

— Aarya Dixit (@aaryadixit26)

🚨 Heartbreaking to see #Manipur battling devastating floods—homes lost, lives disrupted. Let’s stand together, support relief efforts, & show the people of Manipur they are not alone in this tough time. #ManipurFloods#StayStrongManipur@LevinaNeythiri@ANI@mountain_ratspic.twitter.com/Q6qvNK7PHa

— Aarya Dixit (@aaryadixit26) May 31, 2025

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju expressed deep concern over the flooding in Arunachal Pradesh and its impact on neighboring Manipur. He shared visuals of the crisis and emphasized the need for solidarity, urging everyone to support relief efforts. “Heartbreaking to see Manipur battling devastating floods, homes lost, lives disrupted. Let’s stand together, support relief efforts, and show the people of Manipur they are not alone in this tough time,” he said.

A critical humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission is being launched by the Indian Air Force, Central Armed Forces, NDRF and State Govt Forces in North East India. https://t.co/7X0P4NiGUipic.twitter.com/MtocdGU7fQ

— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju)

A critical humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission is being launched by the Indian Air Force, Central Armed Forces, NDRF and State Govt Forces in North East India. https://t.co/7X0P4NiGUipic.twitter.com/MtocdGU7fQ

— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) June 2, 2025

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In response to the disaster, the Indian Air Force, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and state agencies have launched extensive rescue and humanitarian assistance missions across Manipur and the broader Northeast. Helicopters have been deployed to evacuate stranded residents from inundated areas, while relief camps are providing food, medical care, and shelter.

Manipur’s disaster management teams are working around the clock, clearing blocked roads, restoring communication links, and distributing essential supplies. Schools and government offices in affected districts have been temporarily closed, and residents have been advised to stay vigilant and follow safety protocols.

This crisis follows similar devastation in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, and Mizoram, which are all facing the aftermath of heavy monsoon rains. The central and state governments are coordinating to ensure timely support and resources reach those affected.