Bhubaneswar, Oct. 29 -- Heavy rain under the influence of Cyclone Arnab has led to flash floods, landslides and waterlogging in several parts of Gajapati district. Roads have been blocked, rainwater has entered houses and trees have been uprooted in different areas.

Floodwater from the hills rushed around a Shiva temple near Randiba village in R Udayagiri block, rising to the height of the temple. Water from the Mahendragiri hills is also flowing into the surrounding areas, affecting road connectivity.

A landslide blocked a road in the district on Wednesday night. In Paralakhemundi, rainwater has entered Wards 15 and 16, affecting residential areas.

People living in hilly areas have also been affected, with water entering houses and tr...