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West Bengal Reels Under Heavy Rains; North Bengal Bridge Washed Away, One Dead
🗓 20 Jun 2026, 08:32 AM
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Severe rainfall has inundated West Bengal, leading to a bridge collapse in the northern region and reporting one fatality. Widespread waterlogging has significantly disrupted normal life across the state.
West Bengal is currently experiencing intense rainfall, causing significant disruptions and damage across the state. In the northern parts of West Bengal, a bridge has been washed away due to the heavy downpour. This incident has resulted in at least one reported casualty.
The severe weather conditions have led to widespread waterlogging, impacting daily life not only in northern Bengal but also in major urban centers like Kolkata and surrounding areas. Essential services and transportation are understood to be affected by the ongoing deluge.
The severe weather conditions have led to widespread waterlogging, impacting daily life not only in northern Bengal but also in major urban centers like Kolkata and surrounding areas. Essential services and transportation are understood to be affected by the ongoing deluge.