Intense rainfall on the night of Monday, September 15, 2025, unleashed severe floods in Dehradun’s Sahastradhara area. The deluge caused extensive damage to roads and prompted immediate rescue operations by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). Authorities confirmed that two individuals are currently missing following the floods in this Uttarakhand district. Over 100 people, including students from the Devbhoomi institute, were successfully rescued by the SDRF.
Further reports from Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman indicate significant damage in Sahastradhara and Mal Devta in Dehradun, as well as in the popular hill station of Mussoorie.
Meanwhile, Hyderabad is expected to experience light to moderate rainfall on Tuesday, September 16, according to a forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD’s Tuesday morning update predicts generally cloudy skies with rain or thundershowers, accompanied by gusty winds throughout the day. Residents can also expect mist or hazy conditions during morning and night hours.
The impact of heavy overnight rains has also been felt in Himachal Pradesh, where floods and landslides have been triggered. Tragically, three members of one family lost their lives when a house collapsed due to a landslide in Boi panchayat, located in the Nehri area of Sundernagar subdivision in Mandi district. The Mandi bus stand was also submerged.
This is a live blog providing continuous updates on the severe weather conditions across India. Key incidents include:
- September 16, 2025, 11:20 am: IMD forecasts light to moderate rain in Hyderabad
Hyderabad is anticipated to receive light to moderate rainfall today. The India Meteorological Department’s morning forecast details generally cloudy conditions, with potential rain or thundershowers and gusty winds. Mist or haze is likely during early morning and late evening. - September 16, 2025, 11:20 am: Heavy rains trigger floods in Dehradun’s Sahastradhara; two missing
Dehradun’s Sahastradhara area was inundated by heavy rains on Monday night, causing road damage and necessitating rescue missions. Two individuals remain unaccounted for, and the SDRF rescued over 100 people, including students. Damage has also been reported in Mal Devta, Dehradun, and Mussoorie.