Overview
- Russia's Kremlin said President Vladimir Putin sent condolences to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a storm in Uttar Pradesh killed at least 89 people.
- The fast-moving system brought heavy rain and high winds that toppled trees, damaged homes, and knocked out power across multiple districts.
- Indian outlets reported the heaviest losses in Prayagraj with 21 deaths, Fatehpur with 15, Bhadohi with 13 to 16, and Mirzapur with about 12, with figures still provisional.
- The Kremlin statement said Putin expressed sympathy to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to the injured and those affected.
- Reporters noted that Putin has sent similar messages after Indian disasters in recent years, reflecting a steady pattern of diplomatic outreach.