Heavy Rain Causes Waterlogging in Surat and Other Gujarat Districts
In Surat, Gujarat, continuous heavy rainfall has led to waterlogging in many parts of the city, causing difficulties for residents.
Other districts like Porbandar, Junagadh, and Devbhumi Dwarka also experienced waterlogging, resulting in traffic jams and the closure of roads, causeways, and underpasses.
Impact on Porbandar
A priest from Porbandar mentioned that although the rain stopped 18 hours ago, some areas, including the famous Rokadiya Hanuman temple, remain flooded. Despite the flooding, devotees continue to visit the temple with offerings.
Railway Disruptions
Heavy rain in Porbandar led to waterlogging on railway tracks, with the city receiving around 300 mm of rain in a few hours. This caused the suspension of rail operations on the affected route, according to Bhavnagar Railway Division DRM Ravish Kumar.
Doubts Revealed
Waterlogging -: Waterlogging happens when there is so much rain that the water can’t drain away, causing it to collect on the ground and streets.
Surat -: Surat is a large city in the Indian state of Gujarat, known for its diamond and textile industries.
Gujarat -: Gujarat is a state in western India, known for its rich culture, history, and economic importance.
Porbandar -: Porbandar is a coastal city in Gujarat, famous as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi.
Junagadh -: Junagadh is a city in Gujarat, known for its historical monuments and the Gir National Park, home to Asiatic lions.
Devbhumi Dwarka -: Devbhumi Dwarka is a district in Gujarat, known for its religious significance and temples, especially the Dwarkadhish Temple.
Rokadiya Hanuman temple -: The Rokadiya Hanuman temple is a famous temple in Porbandar, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, a Hindu deity.
Rail operations -: Rail operations refer to the running of trains on railway tracks. When tracks are waterlogged, trains can’t run safely.
300 mm of rain -: 300 mm of rain means that if the rainwater didn’t drain away, it would form a layer 300 millimeters (about 12 inches) deep.