Devotees gathered in large numbers at Haridwar to take a holy dip in the Ganga River on Paush Purnima, marking the beginning of the Magh Mela 2026. (Pics/PTI)

From floods and cloudbursts to powerful cyclones, 2025 witnessed some of India’s most devastating natural disasters, testing disaster preparedness, governance and resilience while affecting millions across states. (PICS/ PTI, X)