West Bengal News Update – Floods, Durgapur Case, Power Upgrades & Diwali Rules | October 2025
đž West Bengal News Update — October 13, 2025 (English | āĻŦাংāĻ˛া | ā¤šिंā¤Ļी) --- đ° English Version West Bengal: A State in Transition — Between Challenges and Hope West Bengal, one of India’s most culturally rich states, has recently faced a series of events that reveal both its vulnerabilities and resilience. From devastating floods in the north to social unrest and infrastructure improvements, the state stands at a crossroads of recovery and reform. --- 1. North Bengal Floods and Relief Efforts In the last few weeks, North Bengal has witnessed severe flooding across Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Cooch Behar. Over 33 lives have been lost, and thousands of families displaced. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed the flooding partly on Bhutan’s water discharge into transboundary rivers and demanded compensation. NGOs and organizations like ISKCON, Sourav Ganguly Foundation, and AMURT have stepped in with cooked meals, tarpaulins, and medicines. Despite imme...