Union Home Minister Amit Shah took stock of the flood situation arising after heavy rains in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. He spoke to Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah over phone and got detailed information about the situation. Due to heavy rain overnight in Rajouri district, a flood like situation has arisen in many areas. Due to this, life has been affected and the administration is engaged in relief and rescue operations. Expressing concern over the situation in the affected areas, Home Minister Amit Shah directed the officials to take necessary steps.

Torrential rain overnight in Rajouri and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir has caused huge devastation. After heavy rains that started around 1 o’clock in the night, there were sudden floods in many areas, due to which life was completely affected. Due to floods and landslides, many people lost their lives, dozens of vehicles were destroyed and many families are being evacuated to safe places.

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Flood in Darhali River

According to officials, after the water level of Rajouri river rose rapidly, its water entered Bela Colony. Within no time the entire area was submerged in water. Many vehicles parked at Bela bus stand were washed away in the strong current. Many houses were flooded and people were trapped in their homes. There have also been reports of loss of livestock in Bela Colony and surrounding areas. Flood in Darhali river has caused huge damage in Bela area of ​​Rajouri. Parks, bus stands and other public places in the area have been damaged. Churung, Rajdhani and Behrot areas of Thanna Mandi sub-division have also been badly affected by the sudden floods. Information has also been received that some laborers working in a crusher unit located in Behrot are trapped.

Cloud burst incidents came to light

Incidents of cloud burst have been reported in Kotli Kalaban and Golinari areas of Manjakot tehsil. In the strong flood that followed, the local cemetery was completely washed away and many graves were destroyed. There is an atmosphere of deep sorrow and concern among the local people due to this incident. Due to floods, vehicles were submerged at many places and many buildings were damaged. The India Meteorological Department had issued a warning a day earlier regarding the possibility of heavy to very heavy rains and flash floods. The administration has sent relief and rescue teams to the affected areas. Officials have appealed to people living in low-lying areas and around reservoirs to remain alert and move to safe places.

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Myanmar earthquake: After the horrific earthquake in Myanmar, India has immediately sent more than 15 tonnes of relief material as humanitarian aid. The C-130J aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) flew from Hindon Air Force Station and reached Myanmar with relief material. This aid package includes tents, sleeping bags, blankets, food prepared food, water purifier, hygiene kit, solar lamps, generator sets and essential medicines such as paracetamol, antibiotics, syringes, gloves and straps. India has always been ready to help neighboring countries during natural disasters and this time it has also played its responsibility.

According to the National Center for Sisamology (NCS), on Friday (March 28) at 11:50 pm, Myanmar caused a 7.2 magnitude earthquake which caused panic in the entire area. The center of this earthquake was at a depth of 10 km from the ground, which increased the chances of coming out of the afterchox. A few minutes later Indian time, another earthquake of 6.4 magnitude occurred, which further increased the damage.

Shocks also felt in Thailand, people came out of their homes

The tremors of this powerful earthquake were not limited to Myanmar only but were also felt in many other areas including Bangkok in Thailand. According to eyewitnesses and local media reports, many buildings started shaking in Bangkok due to earthquake tremors, due to which people immediately came out of homes and offices. In the viral video on social media, it was seen that the water of the swimming pool came out like waves and in some places small buildings were damaged. This earthquake has created an atmosphere of fear in the whole of Southeast Asia.

Earthquake in Myanmar havoc

This earthquake caused huge havoc in Myanmar. Several buildings collapsed due to earthquake in several cities including the capital NAPEDO and Mandalay. A 30 -storey skyscraper under construction in Chaturchak district fell completely in which 43 laborers were trapped. According to the report of The Nation News, rescue teams have been deployed to save the workers working in this building. In a video, a bridge on the Iravadi river of Myanmar is seen collapsing due to the tremors of earthquake, which has completely stalled the traffic.

Prime Minister Modi expressed concern

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern over this devastating earthquake and said that India will provide all possible help to Myanmar and Thailand. He tweeted on the social media platform X and said, ‘I am concerned about the situation caused by the horrific earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. I pray for the safety and goodness of all the people there. India is ready for all possible help in this difficult time. India has already sent relief during natural disaster in Nepal, Türkiye and other countries and this time too it has proved its friendship and sensitivity.

Relief and rescue operations continue

Relief and rescue operations are going on fast after this earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. Local administration and international agencies are engaged in assessing the damage. Disaster management teams are engaged in removing people trapped in the debris and providing treatment to the injured. It is estimated that many buildings have suffered serious damage in this earthquake and thousands of people have become homeless. In view of the possibility of the earthquake, people have been advised to remain active.

Approximately 15 Tonnes of Relief Material is Being Sent to Myanmar on an IAF C 130 J Aircraft from AFS Hindon, Including Teents, Sleeping Bags, Blankets, Ready-Eat Meals, Water Purifiers, Hygiene kits, Solar Lamps, Generator Sets, Essential Medicines (Paracetamol, Antibiotics,… pic.twitter.com/a2LFQFPLVF

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