Gujarat Floods Death Toll Reaches 15, PM Modi Dials CM Bhupendra As Relocation Efforts Continue

Heavy rainfall lashed Gujarat, causing waterlogging in several parts of the state.

Heavy rainfall lashed Gujarat, causing waterlogging in several parts of the state.

Source : ANI

Gujarat Rains: At least 15 people were killed, while more than 23,000 were evacuated in different districts of Gujarat as heavy rains continued to wreak havoc in the state, as per an India Today report. 

Besides this, over 300 people were rescued in different districts as the administration carried out relief and rescue operations on a large scale. Meanwhile, severe waterlogging witnessed in parts of Vadodara following heavy rainfall in the region.

#WATCH | Gujarat: Severe waterlogging witnessed in parts of Vadodara following heavy rainfall in the region pic.twitter.com/9FCaLQt6JT

— ANI (@ANI) August 28, 2024

Roads were also inundated due to waterlogging in parts of Morbi

#WATCH | Gujarat: Waterlogging witnessed in parts of Morbi following rainfall in the region; gates of Machhu Dam were also opened. pic.twitter.com/5Zm5FCdTpt

— ANI (@ANI) August 28, 2024

Amid the heavy rain, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy downpours in several parts of the state in the coming days. 

While the intensity of rain reduced on Tuesday compared to a day ago, administration carried out rescue and relief operations on a large scale, shifting thousands of people to shelters, PTI reported.

Gujarat CM Speaks To PM Modi

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and gave him details about the prevailling situation in the state. In a post on X, Patel said, "Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji had a telephonic conversation with me regarding the heavy rain situation in Gujarat and got detailed details of the relief and rescue operations. He provided guidance on protection of lives and livestock of citizens. Also, Gujarat was assured of providing all necessary support and assistance from the Central Government."

"Hon'ble Prime Minister is constantly monitoring the situation by worrying about Gujarat. He has a deep affection in his heart for the people of Gujarat. During natural calamities and whenever needed, they always stand by Gujarat and the people of Gujarat, providing warmth and invaluable guidance," he further stated.