Gujarat is experiencing heavy rainfall across many districts, causing significant disruption. In the last 24 hours, 160 talukas have received both light and heavy rain. Currently, 11 dams are on high alert, while 13 are on alert and 10 others are under warning due to the rising water levels.
In response, local authorities have closed 95 roads under the panchayat jurisdiction for vehicle traffic. One national highway passing through Bhavnagar has also been closed due to the heavy rain. The weather department has issued yellow alerts for Narmada, Bharuch, Surat, Dangs, Navsari, Valsad, Tapi, Daman, Dadra Nagar Haveli, Amreli, Bhavnagar, Gir Somnath, and Diu, indicating the possibility of continued heavy rainfall.
Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea for the next 3 to 4 days as wind speeds are expected to reach 40 to 50 km per hour during this time. All districts in Saurashtra-Kutch, including Surendranagar, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Porbandar, Junagadh, Amreli, Bhavnagar, Morbi, Dwarka, Gir Somnath, Botad, Kutch, and Diu, are under alert for heavy rainfall.
Currently, 15 water bodies are on high alert, while 10 are on alert and 9 are at warning levels. Nine reservoirs have reached 100% capacity, with 25 others filled to 70-100%. Rescue teams from NDRF and SDRF have been deployed to assist in areas affected by flooding. At present, 153 roads are closed due to the rain.
The Sardar Sarovar Dam in Narmada is receiving inflow from upstream, increasing the water level to 119.55 meters. The inflow rate from upstream is currently at 20,644 cubic meters per second. Powerhouses for RBPH and CHPH are operational, contributing to electricity generation. The Narmada River has also seen an inflow of 33,000 cubic meters per second. Heavy rainfall has been reported in Valsad district, bringing joy to farmers as their crops benefit from the rain. The Madhuban Dam has also received water, leading to the opening of six gates by 1.20 meters.
In Daman, 50,000 cubic meters of water has been released into the Damanganga River, prompting alerts for low-lying areas. Heavy rainfall has commenced in Saputara, while the Gira Fall has begun to flow impressively. Authorities have advised tourists to avoid the area near Gira Falls. In Tapi district, heavy rain has led to increased water flow in local streams and rivers, causing concerns about low-level bridges being submerged. In Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar, road conditions have severely deteriorated after the rainfall, leading to significant disruption in traffic.
The rains have also caused damage to roads, with many being washed away, creating difficulties for local residents. Villagers in places like Nashitpur have reported that the Keri River has flooded the area, affecting access to the village. The rain has caused widespread challenges, and the local government is working hard to manage the situation and provide relief to those affected.
As the rainfall continues, the situation remains dynamic, and local authorities are closely monitoring developments to ensure public safety and mitigate the impacts of flooding across the state.
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