NDRF rescues 67 people from flood-hit Navsari as relief operations intensify across south Gujarat

July 24, 2026 10:15 AM

NDRF rescues 67 people from flood-hit Navsari as relief operations intensify across south Gujarat

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has rescued 67 people, including 25 women and 22 children, from floodwaters in Sarikhurad village of Gujarat's Navsari district, officials said on Friday. According to the NDRF, the rescue operation was launched by its 6th Battalion after the civil administration reported that several villagers had been stranded due to flooding. Rescue operations are continuing in the affected areas. The flood situation is being closely monitored by Chief Minister Bh...

Heavy rains lash MP, Chhattisgarh with red alerts in some areas, Gujarat also sees heavy downpours

June 23, 2025 9:00 AM

Heavy rains lash MP, Chhattisgarh with red alerts in some areas, Gujarat also sees heavy downpours

Central India continued to face the brunt of active monsoon systems on Sunday, as heavy rainfall lashed large parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, severely disrupting routine life.  Gujarat continues to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall over the past several days, leading to significant water inflows into river systems and dams, particularly in Saurashtra and south Gujarat. More than 22 districts across Madhya Pradesh recorded considerable precipitation, resulting in waterlogging, r...