Maharashtra: 44 people stranded as heavy rains trigger floods
Heavy rains have hit Beed district in Maharashtra, causing rivers to overflow and stranding 44 people across six villages.
Floodwaters have damaged dozens of irrigation projects and wiped out thousands of hectares of crops.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is assisting in rescue efforts to reach those stranded.
IMD issues orange alert for Beed, neighboring districts
With dam water levels rising fast in Marathwada, flood risks are only getting worse for people living near riverbanks.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Beed and neighboring districts, warning about more heavy rain ahead.
Authorities sent over 350 million alerts through the Sachet app so residents can prepare, while extra teams are on the ground to help tackle flooding and waterlogging.