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The forgotten victims of Maharashtra’s 2019 floods

15 July 2025


The 2019 floods in Maharashtra’s Sangli district resulted in widespread loss as unprecedented rainfall caused significant loss of life and livelihood.Persons with disabilities faced heightened challenges during the floods, struggling for survival amidst the rising waters and lack of assistance.The disaster highlighted the urgent need for inclusive disaster management strategies, emphasising the vulnerability of marginalised groups like persons with disabilities in extreme weather events.

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