Vadodara: In the wake of relentless rainfall that lasted for two days, most of Gujarat’s cities, towns, and villages found themselves submerged, leading to tragic losses and unprecedented challenges. As the death toll from the Gujarat floods climbed to 28 on Thursday, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel underscored the state’s relentless battle against the deluge and the unwavering support from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
In a post on his X handle, CM Patel said, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi had once again reached out via phone to enquire about the situation and the relief measures being taken in various districts.
“The Prime Minister expressed concern over the flooding of the Vishwamitri River in Vadodara, seeking detailed information on the assistance provided to those affected.
“Additionally, PM Modi offered guidance on addressing sanitation and public health issues in the flood-hit areas and assured full support from the Central government for the state’s recovery efforts.”
Responding to the crisis, Gujarat ministers Rushikesh Patel and Jagdish Vishwakarma visited Vadodara on Wednesday to oversee relief operations and assess the damage caused by the severe flooding.
The ministers inspected flood-affected areas, met with local officials, and thoroughly reviewed the overall situation on the ground.
Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi, who is also the in-charge minister for Vadodara, is expected to visit the city later on Thursday to meet the flood victims and assess the ongoing relief work.
As floodwaters have begun to recede following the closure of the Ajwa Sarovar gates, concerns over the city’s recovery remain high.
The Chief Minister has demanded a detailed report on the situation from the ministers, who were summoned to his residence today.
The floods also killed six animals at the Kamati Baug Zoo in Central Gujarat as water entered enclosures.
Sources said that the carcasses of deer and Blue Bulls were found in their enclosures, with their bodies covered by tree branches.
This has sparked intense public outrage, with accusations that zoo authorities failed to take adequate measures to protect the animals despite prior warnings about the rising water levels of the Vishwamitri River. The impact on the animals has deeply affected the public.
In a separate incident, a crocodile was spotted on the roof of a house in Vadodara, adding to residents’ concerns for their safety. This ongoing struggle with the aftermath of the extreme rainfall is a stark reminder of the challenges the public is facing.
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—IANS
