India’s Biggest Natural Disasters

13 June, 2024

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Triggered by a massive undersea earthquake, this devastating tsunami hit the coasts of Tamil Nadu and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, causing immense destruction.

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Indian Ocean Tsunami (2004)

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Gujarat, leaving a trail of destruction and significant loss of life.

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Gujarat Earthquake (2001)

Sudden cloudbursts led to catastrophic flooding and landslides in Uttarakhand, especially around Kedarnath, causing widespread devastation.

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Uttarakhand Flash Floods (2013)

Although not a sudden disaster, this devastating famine in Bengal led to the death of millions due to starvation and disease.

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Bengal Famine (1943)

A gas leak at the Union Carbide plant in Bhopal caused one of the world’s worst industrial disasters, affecting thousands.

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Bhopal Gas Tragedy (1984)

Also known as the Super Cyclone, it battered Odisha with high winds and flooding, leading to massive loss of life and property.

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Odisha Cyclone (1999)

A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Kashmir region, causing widespread damage and significant casualties on both sides of the India-Pakistan border.

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Kashmir Earthquake (2005)