National highway cut off; 16 airlifted by IAF as floods worsen in Bastar
Severe flooding in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region cut off national highways, prompting the Indian Air Force to airlift 16 individuals to safety. The Indravati river surged to 12.39 meters, well above the danger mark, following heavy rains from cyclonic storm 'Arnab'. Authorities reported one drowning death, while water levels have begun to recede, easing the situation.