<keyword id="19906364" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gandhinagar" source="keywords">Gandhinagar</keyword>: <keyword id="20151319" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Chief-Minister-Bhupendra-Patel" source="keywords">Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel</keyword> arrived at the Gandhinagar State <keyword id="22971699" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="emergency-operation-center" source="keywords">Emergency Operation Center</keyword> on Thursday after travelling from Vadodara, following the forecast of heavy rains and potential storms. Upon his arrival, the Chief Minister reviewed the system's preparedness for the natural calamity via a video conference with the District Collector. The Chief Minister also issued immediate instructions to evacuate areas as necessary to safeguard residents from the impending calamity. Chief Secretary Rajkumar and other senior secretaries were also present during the meeting. Meanwhile, Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi stated that the Chief Minister had met with the people of Vadodara, inspected the city, and held meetings with elected representatives and administrative departments, leading to important decisions. "The Chief Minister, <keyword id="19921808" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="bhupendra-patel" source="keywords">Bhupendra Patel</keyword>, met with the people of Vadodara, inspected the city, and conducted meetings with elected representatives and administrative departments, where crucial decisions were made," Sanghavi said. Furthermore, Sanghavi added that the Chief Minister had approved the Vishwamitra River Revival and Redevelopment Project for Vadodara. "The Chief Minister approved the Vishwamitra River Revival and Redevelopment Project for Vadodara, which will cost Rs 1,200 crore. A committee has been formed for the project's execution. He also called upon 3,500 to 4,000 workers to come to Vadodara and clean the areas where the water has receded," Sanghavi stated. Sanghavi further mentioned that the Chief Minister had ensured the restoration of electricity and ordered a survey of the losses so the government could finalise a relief package. "The Chief Minister instructed that electricity be restored and a survey of the damage conducted. The report should be submitted as soon as possible so that the government can finalise a relief package. The state government has begun work on these tasks under the Chief Minister's directives," Sanghavi added. Earlier today, the <keyword id="19992067" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Air-Force" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Indian Air Force" meta.hostid="153" meta.entityid="Indian Air Force">Indian Air Force</keyword> (IAF) commenced relief operations for the flood-hit cities in Gujarat. Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief were deployed, with transport aircraft delivering relief materials to the nearest airfields and helicopters--Chetaks and Cheetahs--positioned for operations. MI-17 helicopters air-dropped life-saving essentials to stranded residents in Jamnagar and Vadodara. Eighteen people have been airlifted by the IAF over the past three days, and 3,500 essential supply packs have been air-dropped. On Thursday, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited Devbhumi Dwarka district to review the relief efforts following the heavy rainfall. Khambhaliya recorded the highest rainfall in the state over the past five days: 944 mm. In Khambhaliya, the Chief Minister gathered first-hand information about the rainfall's impact and guided the ongoing relief operations, supported by the NDRF, SDRF, Army, and Coast Guard. He visited the affected areas of Ramnagar and Kanzar Checkpost, inquired about the well-being of residents, and reviewed the arrangements for those affected. Additionally, a review meeting was held at the Dwarka Collector's office with Chief Secretary Raj Kumar, where the Chief Minister received detailed updates on the damages, evacuations, and rescue operations in the district.<div type="image" title="CM Bhupendra Patel reviews Gujarat&amp;#39;s flood preparedness" agency="ANI" msid="112911286" hostid="261" sizebytes="31372" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;CM Bhupendra Patel reviews Gujarat&amp;#39;s flood preparedness&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>

CM Bhupendra Patel reviews Gujarat's flood preparedness

A recent analysis by researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT-GN) has revealed that the severe <keyword id="19933999" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="flooding" source="keywords">flooding</keyword> in parts of <keyword id="19906863" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat" source="keywords">Gujarat</keyword> was primarily caused by extreme weather conditions, worsened by rapid <keyword id="19943299" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="urban-development" source="keywords">urban development</keyword> and compromised drainage systems. The flooding occurred between August 20 and 29, during which 15 out of Gujarat's 33 districts experienced rainfall totals over three days that exceeded their 10-year return period—a statistical measure of the average interval between such intense weather events. Notably, districts like <keyword id="19974428" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="jamnagar" source="keywords">Jamnagar</keyword>, Morbi, Devbhumi Dwarka, and Rajkot saw rainfall levels surpassing their 50-year thresholds. The researchers at IIT-GN’s Machine Intelligence and Resilience Laboratory (MIR Lab), as per a report in PTI, said that the recurrence of such "unusual weather events" along India’s western coast signals an urgent need to reassess urban planning and infrastructure resilience. The study highlights the critical importance of incorporating hydrological considerations into urban development strategies, particularly as rapid urbanization continues to strain drainage systems and alter local hydrology. Vadodara, one of the cities severely affected by the flooding, faced significant challenges despite the rainfall not being unprecedented. The study noted that extensive urban development in flood-prone areas, altered land elevations, and compromised drainage systems due to clogged channels contributed to the severity of the flooding. This scenario exemplifies the complexities of concurrent extreme events, where multiple regions experience severe weather simultaneously, stretching emergency response resources thin across affected areas. The IIT-GN analysis also detailed that Devbhumi Dwarka and Morbi in Gujarat's Saurashtra region experienced rainfall last week that surpassed their 50-year return period, with Dwarka exceeding even the 100-year mark. Additionally, 12 districts recorded one-day rainfall totals that exceeded the 10-year return period, and over two days, 17 districts surpassed this threshold, including Jamnagar, Morbi, and Devbhumi Dwarka. Furthermore, 15 districts saw three-day rainfall totals exceeding their 10-year return period, with several surpassing the 50-year mark. Udit Bhatia, an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering and Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Gandhinagar and Principal Investigator at the MIR Lab, pointed out that the granularity of the data may not fully capture the nuances of urban flooding, which is often triggered by short bursts of high-intensity rainfall that overwhelm city drainage systems. He explained that when rainfall persists over longer periods, initial downpours saturate the soil, making subsequent rain more likely to contribute directly to surface runoff, thereby intensifying flooding. "When rainfall persists for longer durations, the soil becomes saturated during the initial spells, and subsequent rainfall is more likely to contribute directly to surface runoff. This runoff exacerbates flooding, especially when drainage systems are either incapacitated or unhealthy," he said. The study concludes that to effectively manage such extreme weather events, there is a pressing need for robust and scalable emergency response strategies that can address the complexities posed by concurrent disasters, where multiple areas are affected simultaneously.

Gujarat floods worsened by rapid urban development and compromised drainage, IIT Gandhinagar study reveals

Monday, September 2: <keyword id="19906863" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="gujarat" source="keywords">Gujarat</keyword> is currently grappling with the aftermath of last week’s devastating floods—a result of intense rains triggered by a deep depression system over the West Indian region. Since August 25, torrential rains have claimed at least 36 lives across the state, while also causing significant damage to livestock, property and infrastructure. Responding to a request from the <keyword id="19916474" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat-government" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Gujarat government" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Gujarat government">Gujarat government</keyword>, the <keyword id="19908736" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Army" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Indian Army" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Indian Army">Indian Army</keyword> has deployed six columns to conduct rescue operations in the most affected areas. These efforts are part of a larger relief mission as continuous <keyword id="20301827" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="heavy-rainfall" source="keywords">heavy rainfall</keyword> keeps parts of the state in a flood-like situation. The Ministry of Home Affairs has stepped in, forming an inter-ministerial team tasked with assessing the damage caused by the floods and heavy rains between August 25 and 30. This team will visit the worst-hit districts of Gujarat to conduct their surveys. Gujarat <keyword id="20151319" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Chief-Minister-Bhupendra-Patel" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel">Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel</keyword> has also directed the Road Construction Department to urgently repair the state’s highways, which have suffered significant damage. Repair work is currently underway on several key roads, including Vadodara-Vapi, Rajkot-Jetpur and Chiloda-Himmatnagar, with operations being managed continuously from Gandhinagar under the supervision of Chief Engineers and Secretaries. The National Highways Authority of India is coordinating with the state government to expedite these efforts. As the relief work continues, it appears Gujarat may have to brace for more severe weather in the days ahead. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast isolated extremely heavy rainfall (exceeding 204 mm) for the Gujarat subdivision on September 2-3, followed by very heavy rainfall (64.5 mm-204 mm) on September 3-4. Additionally, heavy showers (64.5 mm-115.5 mm) are expected to continue drenching isolated locations across Gujarat and the Saurashtra-Kutch subdivisions throughout the week. With these predictions in mind, the state will remain under an orange alert until Wednesday, advising residents to ‘be prepared’ for rough weather conditions. Similar rainfall patterns are also anticipated in neighbouring states Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh during this period.

Gujarat floods: As state grapples with aftermath, IMD warns of more intense weather this week

Following a request from the <keyword id="19916474" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat-government" source="keywords">Gujarat government</keyword>, six columns of the <keyword id="19908736" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Army" source="keywords">Indian Army</keyword> are conducting <keyword id="20501159" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rescue-operations" source="keywords">rescue operations</keyword> in the worst-affected areas as the <keyword id="21758934" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="flood-like-situation" source="keywords">flood-like situation</keyword> continues in parts of the state due to incessant rainfall. The Army has been deployed to support the ongoing <keyword id="20105197" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="relief-efforts" source="keywords">relief efforts</keyword>. "In response to the <keyword id="22167095" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="severe-flooding" source="keywords">severe flooding</keyword> in multiple districts, the Indian Army has swiftly mobilised its resources to support the ongoing relief efforts. Following a request from the Gujarat State Government, six columns of the Indian Army are undertaking rescue operations to the worst-affected areas to provide immediate Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR)," the Army said in a statement on Thursday. The Gujarat government had requested six columns of Army assistance for urgent relief operations across several districts affected by severe flooding on Tuesday, according to a press release. Earlier, the National Disaster Response Force (<keyword id="19988414" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="NDRF" source="keywords">NDRF</keyword>) rescued 95 people. Inspector Manjit of the NDRF said that Dwarka has experienced heavy rainfall over the past two days. "In the last two days, there has been heavy rainfall in Dwarka...water has entered people's homes...our team has rescued 95 people so far," Manjit said on Wednesday. Earlier, Gujarat Health Minister Rushikesh Patel said that more than 5,000 people have been rehabilitated and over 12,000 people rescued as of Wednesday from the floods following the heavy rains that lashed the city of Vadodara. Speaking to ANI, Patel said on Wednesday, "We have rehabilitated more than 5,000 people so far and more than 12,000 people have been rescued. The Vishwamitri River flows through Vadodara, and water has entered both sides...for those people who are trapped there, we have arranged all necessary facilities to provide them with food and medicines." Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and assured him of all possible support and assistance from the Central government. "The Prime Minister provided guidance on the protection of citizens's lives and livestock. Also, Gujarat was assured of receiving all necessary support and assistance from the Central Government," CM Patel said in a post in X on August 28. "Hon'ble Prime Minister is constantly monitoring the situation, concerned about Gujarat. He has a deep affection for the people of Gujarat. During natural calamities and whenever needed, he always stands by Gujarat and its people, offering warmth and invaluable guidance," Patel further added. Heavy rainfall continued to lash parts of Gujarat on Wednesday, worsening the flood-like situation in Vadodara.

Gujarat floods: Indian Army deploys 6 columns for rescue operations amid heavy rain

As various low-lying areas have been inundated due to <keyword id="19922385" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="heavy-rains" source="keywords">heavy rains</keyword> in <keyword id="19906863" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat" source="keywords">Gujarat</keyword> for the last two days, Union <keyword id="19964524" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Home-Minister" source="keywords">Home Minister</keyword> <keyword id="19899491" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Amit-Shah" source="keywords">Amit Shah</keyword> on Monday spoke with the state <keyword id="19924917" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Chief-Minister" source="keywords">Chief Minister</keyword> Bhupendra Patel and the Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi, assuring them of Central assistance. Recognising the gravity of the situation, Shah reached out to both the Chief Minister and the Home Minister of Gujarat through telephone conversation. During their conversation, Shah expressed his concern and assured them that the central government would provide all necessary support to address the crisis. Shah's prompt response aimed to ensure that the affected areas received help on time. "Due to the heavy rains causing <keyword id="22917946" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="flood-like-conditions" source="keywords">flood-like conditions</keyword> in some areas of Gujarat, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with the Chief Minister and Home Minister of Gujarat and assured them of any assistance needed from the central government," an official source told ANI. Amid heavy rainfall over the past two days, parts of Gujarat have been inundated, displacing hundreds of affected residents to safer locations. Navsari, in particular, faced severe flooding, prompting the <keyword id="19897673" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="India-Meteorological-Department" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="India Meteorological Department" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="India Meteorological Department">India Meteorological Department</keyword> (IMD) to issue a "red alert" for the district on Monday. Gujarat Chief Minister directed officials on Sunday to evacuate people from low-lying areas to safer locations. The chief minister's office said that Valsad, Tapi, Navsari, Surat, Narmada, and Panchmahal districts in South Gujarat have been the most impacted by the downpour.

Gujarat floods: With hundreds displaced, Amit Shah assures Central assistance to state CM, HM

Heavy <keyword id="20132952" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rains" source="keywords">rains</keyword> battered <keyword id="20059775" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Navsari" source="keywords">Navsari</keyword> and <keyword id="20093003" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Valsad" source="keywords">Valsad</keyword> districts in south <keyword id="19906863" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat" source="keywords">Gujarat</keyword>, sending <keyword id="19985273" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rivers" source="keywords">rivers</keyword> in spate and prompting the evacuation of more than 1,000 people from water-logged low-lying areas on Monday. <keyword id="22673973" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="khergam" source="keywords">Khergam</keyword> taluka in Navsari district received 229 mm of rainfall in 24 hours up to 6 AM on Monday while 12 talukas in Dangs and Tapi districts in South Gujarat received more than 100 mm of rainfall during this period, State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) data showed. Aurang River in Valsad taluka crossed the danger mark amid incessant rainfall in the upstream areas. <keyword id="20310051" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="flood" source="keywords">Flood</keyword> waters of the Kaveri and Ambika rivers in neighbouring Navsari district inundated low-lying areas. Approximately 1,000 people were shifted to safety in Gandevi taluka in Navsari district after heavy rainfall triggered a flood in Ambika and Kaveri rivers on Sunday. Seven labourers stranded in a flooded pond were rescued by National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel on Sunday, Valsad district administration stated. "Around 162 people were relocated and shifted to shelter homes from low-lying areas in Valsad city. A man was swept away in flood water in Dharampur taluka of the district," said incharge collector AR Jha. Gandevi MLA Naresh Patel said at least 1,000 people were relocated to safety in the area in Navsari district. "An elderly man was swept away in the flood and effort is underway to recover his body," Patel said. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel spoke with collectors of Navsari and Valsad districts, directing them to shift residents of low-lying areas to safer places and prevent loss of life and property due to rain. Khergam taluka in Navsari district was pounded by 229 mm rainfall in 24 hours ending 6 AM on Monday, followed by 185 mm and 180 mm rainfall in Dharampur and Valsad talukas, respectively. At least 12 talukas, including the Dangs and Tapi districts in south Gujarat, received more than 100 mm of rainfall, according to SEOC. With the recent wet spell, Gujarat has recorded more than 67 per cent of the total average rainfall of the monsoon season so far. Kutch zone received the highest rainfall of 86 per cent in the state, followed by the south Gujarat region, and Saurashtra zone with 81 per cent and 77 per cent of rainfall, respectively. Comparatively, north and east-central Gujarat recorded around 50 per cent of the cumulative average rainfall of the season so far, the SEOC stated. With upstream areas receiving heavy rains, the water storage in the Sardar Sarovar Dam in Narmada district crossed 60 per cent of its storage capacity at 2,04,901 million cubic feet (mcft). The water storage in another 206 <keyword id="20133650" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="reservoirs" source="keywords">reservoirs</keyword> across Gujarat reached 3,25,972 mcft at 58.19 per cent of their total storage capacity, while 47 reservoirs are brimming. Ten other reservoirs are 90 to 100 per cent full, raising a high alert, the state Water Resources Department said. A total of 13 reservoirs in south Gujarat region are 70.32 per cent full. The water storage in 141 reservoirs in Saurashtra region increased to 52.68 per cent. In Kutch, 20 reservoirs are 52.15 per cent full.

Heavy rains pound Navsari and Valsad districts in Gujarat, rivers in spate; 1,000 people evacuated

<ul><li>The National Disaster Response Force evacuated around 75,000 flood-affected people.</li><li>At least nine persons drowned on 8 August 2019 when a rescue boat capsized at Brahmnal village in Maharashtra's Sangli district. </li><li>Around 22 National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force teams are deployed in flood affected regions </li></ul> In one of its biggest rescue operations, various government agencies and the armed forces helped evacuate around 75,000 flood-affected people. This includes 66,000 people from Kolhapur and Sangli districts. More than 54,000 people were shifted from Sangli, another 12,000 were moved from Kolhapur. Also, 3,000 people from Pune and 6,000 others from Solapur, Raigad, Ratnagiri and other districts were also moved from their flood-affected homes, said the officials. 
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