Submerged houses, lost lives: 10 pics you can't miss as India fights nature's fury

In the dead of night on July 30, a cataclysmic landslide in Kerala’s Vellarimala hills unleashed nature’s fury, obliterating two villages in mere minutes. The historic disaster claimed over 200 lives, injured 500, and left many missing. Amidst the wreckage and rising aid, questions swirl about the calamity’s origins. (Picture credit: PTI)

As people make their way up towards the storm-battered heights, escorted by NDRF, SDRF, ITBP, and Army personnel, cloudbursts have claimed over a dozen lives and left 16 missing in Uttarakhand. Rescue teams battle relentless rain and blocked roads in their search for survivors. With an orange alert in Uttar Kashi and a yellow alert across the state, the Kedarnath Yatra is suspended, and 1,300 pilgrims remain stranded. Rescue operations continue, aided by helicopters amid ongoing landslides and washed-out roads. (Picture credit: ANI)

People mourn after their family members went missing following Thursday's cloudburst at Samej village, in Rampur area of Shimla district. The tragedy has now expanded across Himachal Pradesh as a devastating cloudburst struck Shimla, Mandi, and Kullu districts, leaving two dead and 53 missing. The sudden deluge caused severe damage to homes, schools, and hospitals, plunging the region into chaos. (Picture credit: AFP)

The Manali-Chandigarh highway near Raison in Kullu district lies in ruins after a devastating cloudburst struck on Thursday, August 1, 2024. The sudden deluge has torn through the infrastructure, leaving significant damage in its wake. Efforts to repair and restore the vital route are underway amidst the destruction. (Picture credit: PTI)

A private bus overturned and plunged into the Beas River near Banu Bridge on the Manali-Chandigarh National Highway in Manali on Friday. The accident resulted in 12 injuries as the bus crashed off the road and into the river. Emergency services are at the scene, working to assist the injured and recover the vehicle. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns on this crucial route. (Picture credit: ANI)

A man cried out in relief after being rescued by NDRF personnel amidst the chaos of the Wayanad landslides. Rescue operations intensified in the devastated Attamala, Mundakai, and Churalmala areas, with the Air Force and National Disaster Response Force leading the efforts. Teams worked relentlessly to reach trapped residents and provide aid. The dramatic scene underscored the urgent need for support in the stricken region. (Picture credit: ANI)

An excavator worked tirelessly next to a damaged building in Wayanad after devastating landslides swept through the hills. The heavy machinery played a crucial role in clearing debris and assessing the damage in the disaster-stricken area. The relentless efforts of rescue teams underscored the severity of the crisis in Wayanad district. Recovery and reconstruction began in the wake of the landslides. (Picture credit: PTI)

People mourn losing their homes, land and loved ones in the wake of the devastating cloudburst in Kullu. Floodwaters have ravaged the village, sweeping away homes and causing severe damage. The community faces a heartbreaking aftermath as they begin to assess the destruction caused by the torrential rains and landslides. Recovery and rebuilding efforts are crucial as the area grapples with the aftermath of the disaster. (Picture credit: ANI)

Houses lay submerged in Uttarakhand as nature's wrath unleashed chaos across the region. Torrential rains and landslides have inundated entire neighbourhoods, leaving homes and lives in ruin. The scene of devastation underscores the ferocity of the recent natural disaster. Rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing as the community grapples with the extensive damage and loss. (Picture credit: ANI)

Teams rescued a mother and her baby from the chaos of a heavy landslide in Uttarakhand on Saturday, as NDRF and SDRF personnel saved over 1,500 pilgrims and locals from the affected areas. With relentless rainfall triggering widespread devastation, MP Anil Baluni visited Rudraprayag to oversee rescue and relief efforts. 'Our focus is on getting stranded individuals to safety and providing essential food and medical care,' he stated. The ongoing efforts aim to clear the weather and bring everyone out safely. (Picture credit: ANI)