5 Dead in Uttar Pradesh Due to Rain in 24 Hours; 6 Districts Remain Flooded

Relief and rescue operations are currently underway in several districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Ballia, Lakhimpur Kheri, Farrukhabad, Sitapur, Bijnor, and Barabanki, which are still dealing with flooding. Tragically, there have been casualties reported in various districts due to incidents such as lightning, drowning, and snake bites. The state relief commissioner’s office confirmed the deaths of two individuals in Banda, with one fatality each in Pratapgarh, Sonbhadra, and Moradabad. Furthermore, the irrigation department has reported that the Ganga river is currently flowing above the danger mark at Kachla Bridge in Budaun.

This situation has prompted authorities to take necessary precautions and continue monitoring the water levels closely. Please note: The headline is the only portion of this story that has been edited by NDTV staff as this content is published from a syndicated feed.