The heavy rains in Surat and Vadodara districts of Gujarat have spoiled the situation. The water level of Narmada and Kim River is facing the risk of floods. The administration has advised people of low -lying areas to be vigilant.

Umrapada and Mangrol taluka in Surat district have been the most affected. In the last 24 hours, Umerpada recorded 8.5 inches and Mangrol recorded 4 inches of rain. Due to heavy rains, the water level of Kim river went above the danger mark.

The river water has entered the Padar area of ​​Mota Borsara village in Mangrol, due to which the road connectivity of many villages has been lost. Due to waterlogging, the local people are facing heavy problems in traffic and everyday activities.

Flood threat deepened in Vadodara district

The rising water level of the Narmada River in Vadodara district has become a cause of concern. After the release of 4.5 lakh cusecs of water from Sardar Sarovar Dam, the danger of floods in the low -lying areas of the river has deepened.

The 92 stairs of Malhar Rao Ghat in Chanod have completely merged into the water. Although the Narmada River has not yet reached the danger mark, the continuous rains have made the situation more serious.

Rain increased difficulties

Heavy rains in Dabhoi in Vadodara district have also increased difficulties. It recorded 5 inches of rain from midnight to seven in the morning. Traffic is disrupted due to waterlogging and many low -lying areas are flooded. The administration has issued a warning and appealed people to visit safe places and take precautions.

Water level crossed 24 feet

Things are also worrying in Bharuch district. Sarpanch Pankaj Patel of Borbhatha Bet village informed that the water level has crossed 24 feet after the release of 5 lakh cusecs of water in the Narmada river. If the water level increases further, there is a possibility of flooding in the surrounding villages.

Meanwhile, rain continues in other parts of South Gujarat. The life of the common man has been affected by the continuous rains. Experts believe that if the intensity of rain does not decrease, then the situation may become more serious in the coming days.

Rivers are in spate in Varanasi, after which people of not only coastal areas but also residents of residential areas are now affected. People are seen affected due to the rising water level of Varuna in the district and rural areas. Regarding this, preparations have been made by the Varanasi district administration to provide relief to them. The water level of the main river Ganga is still increasing continuously in the district. Till the report is received, the water level of the Ganges was recorded at 72.06 meters.

46 flood relief camps set up in Varanasi

According to the information received by ABP News by Varanasi district administration – flood situation is being seen due to increase in the water level of Ganga and Varuna. Even today, the water level of the Ganges is increasing. The water level was recorded at 72.06 meters until the report is received, which is 80 centimeters above the danger mark. 53 villages of Varanasi and 24 wards and neighborhoods are affected due to floods. Due to the rising water level, 6631 people of 1443 families displaced and went to other safe places including relief camps. Water police personnel including NDRF are fully ready for necessary assistance. Apart from this, 1898 hectare crop of about 7037 kiso has been affected in the district.

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This coastal area of Ganga and Varuna affected the most

Due to the rising water level of the Ganges, now the people of the residential area are also in the grip of flood. In front of Varanasi, water has reached the coastal areas including Ghat, Assi, Nagwa Gangotri Vihar. At the same time, if we talk about Varuna coast, Nakki Ghat, Salarpur, Konia, Hukulganj and other areas are also affected by floods.

Himachal free ropeway service: Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri has said that keeping in mind the convenience and relief of the people in the Saraj area, which has completely cut off from floods and landslides, traveling and goods from the ropeway will be completely free for 7 to 10 days. After reaching Mandi, on Friday, the Deputy Chief Minister visited the affected area through Bagalamukhi ropeway and inquired about relief work.

He said that at this time this area is completely cut off from external contact and the ropeway has come out as the only lifeline here. The Deputy Chief Minister said that clear instructions have been given to the officials of Ropeway Corporation that no fee of any kind should be charged for the next 10 days for the convenience of the common man. He said that public service should be priority, not profits at the time of disaster.

Drinking water schemes affected badly, immediate restoration instructions

The Deputy Chief Minister said that the drinking water scheme of Rs 121 crore of Saraj area has suffered serious losses. A total of 75 to 100 crore is estimated in Mandi district and more than Rs 300 crore in the entire state. The Department of Water Power has been allowed to start the work immediately by adopting offline tender process, so that the restoration work is not delayed. In the event of non -availability of pipes, the local purchase has also been exempted.

He informed that both Chief Engineers will be posted in Saraj to monitor the restoration works, while four Executive Engineers from Shimla have been specially deputed. The Public Works Department has also been instructed to invite offline tenders for road restoration.

Government is providing all possible help

The Deputy Chief Minister said that clear instructions have been given to the administration by the government that all possible assistance should be ensured to provide relief to the affected people. On this occasion, senior officials of Water Power Department including Chet Ram Thakur were also present with the Deputy Chief Minister.