Torrential rains swept across Jharkhand on Thursday, leaving behind a trail of destruction, sorrow, and rising fear among residents. At least four lives were lost in the downpour including two schoolboys and a 10-year-old girl while search teams are still trying to locate a person reported missing near a waterfall.
The heavy rainfall not only claimed lives but also damaged crucial infrastructure. Walls collapsed, bridges gave way, and houses crumbled in various districts, though no additional injuries were reported from these incidents. Several rivers, swollen by the sudden influx of rainwater, are now flowing dangerously close to their danger marks.
Districts such as Ranchi, Khunti, and East Singhbhum have been hit the hardest. The state government has responded by deploying teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), with rescue operations already underway in vulnerable areas.
Local authorities have sounded a red alert for extremely heavy rain in the coming hours and advised residents living in low-lying zones to remain cautious. As a safety measure, schools across multiple districts have been shut down until the situation improves.
Officials are on high alert, working around the clock to reduce risks and prevent further loss of life. The state remains braced for more rain, hoping that prompt action and community awareness will keep casualties and damage to a minimum.