Naini Lake floods city, 16 dead, roads, houses washed away in Uttarakhand rains: Top updates

Uttarakhand rainfall news: At least 16 people have died across the state over the past two days while several roads, houses and bridges have been washed away. A cloudburst has also been reported in Nainital.

Sixteen people have lost their lives due to the incessant rain, cloudburst and flooding in several parts of Uttarakhand. Videos emerged from Nainital and other regions showing water gushing down the streets and bridges, train tracks being washed away.

A cloudburst was reported in Ramgarh area of the Nainital district. On the other hand, videos showed the Naini Lake overflowing and inundating roads, coffee shops and nearby areas.