Gujarat has experienced significant rainfall recently, with Kutch receiving the highest amount at 85.46%. Following Kutch, South Gujarat recorded 55.19%, while North Gujarat saw the least with only 48.01%. Overall, the average rainfall across the state is 51.09%.
According to the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Gandhinagar, all 33 districts in the state have received varying amounts of rain, ranging from light to heavy. In the last 24 hours, 139 talukas reported rainfall between 251 to 500 mm, 45 talukas received between 501 to 1000 mm, and 18 talukas experienced over 1000 mm of rain.
The rainfall data shows that Kutch region is leading with the highest average, followed by South Gujarat and Saurashtra. The data indicates that Kutch received 85.46%, South Gujarat 55.19%, and Saurashtra and Eastern Central Gujarat 49.26%. The lowest rainfall was noted in North Gujarat with 48.01%.
The water storage levels in the Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited have reached 176,942 million cubic feet, which is 52.96% of its total capacity. Additionally, the state has 206 other reservoirs with a total capacity of 331,347 million cubic feet, making up 59.37% of their total capacity. Out of these 206 dams, 40 are on high alert, 24 are on alert mode, and 20 have been issued warnings. Currently, 26 dams are completely full, while 58 dams are filled between 70% to 100%, and 40 dams are between 50% to 70% full. Furthermore, 42 dams are filled between 25% to 50%, and 40 dams are below 25% full.
As the monsoon season progresses, residents of Kutch are celebrating the arrival of rains. The rainfall has brought joy across the district, and people are hopeful for a good agricultural season. The first rains began on Monday night, bringing with them thunder and lightning, which added to the excitement.
In Bhuj, the capital of Kutch, there were reports of light rainfall throughout the day, with heavier showers expected later. Areas like Gandhidham recorded around five inches of rain, leading to waterlogging in several places. The expectation of more rain has led to both joy and concern among locals, as they prepare for potential flooding.
The weather department has issued a forecast predicting heavy, moderate, and light rain across various parts of the state. An orange alert has been declared for districts like Devbhoomi Dwarka and Porbandar, expecting heavy rainfall soon.
As the situation develops, the government and local authorities are on alert to manage the rainfall’s impact. They are ensuring that residents are safe and that the infrastructure can handle the water levels. Local farmers are particularly optimistic about the rains, as they are crucial for their crops and overall agriculture in the region.
In conclusion, the recent heavy rainfall in Gujarat has varied across regions, with Kutch leading the way. The state is closely monitoring the water levels in reservoirs and is prepared for any challenges that may arise from the ongoing monsoon season. Residents are hopeful that this rainfall will benefit agriculture and bring prosperity to the region.