At least 44 individuals have died and over 800,000 have been affected as heavy rains and severe landslides impact the northeastern states of India, particularly Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim.

The relentless deluge, which began over a week ago, has resulted in the inundation of numerous villages, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes and seek safety.

In Assam, the state government has reported 17 fatalities, with six deaths occurring in the past 24 hours alone.

Among these, five individuals lost their lives due to landslides triggered by the severe weather.

The flooding has impacted over 617,000 residents across 1,489 villages within the state, prompting authorities to initiate emergency relief efforts to assist those affected.

Arunachal Pradesh has also reported a total of 12 fatalities linked to rain-related incidents.

Neighboring Sikkim has experienced significant damage, particularly from landslides.

The Indian Army has been conducting search and rescue operations in the challenging terrain of north Sikkim, where two soldiers and a porter have been confirmed dead, with ongoing efforts to locate six individuals who remain missing.

The Army has emphasized the critical conditions posed by unstable ground and adverse weather at high altitudes, complicating rescue operations.

In addition to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, other northeastern states have recorded casualties due to the extreme weather, though detailed reports are still emerging.

In response to the crisis, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held discussions with local officials on Tuesday, pledging comprehensive federal support for the affected areas.

Emergency management teams are mobilizing resources to aid in recovery efforts as the situation continues to develop.