Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Flood Threat Looms in Dholpur as Chambal River Swells; Army Deployed
Heavy rain caused the Chambal River to rise, putting Dholpur at risk of flooding.
The water level is much higher than normal.
The government has called in the Army to help people.
Officials are working hard to keep everyone safe and have cancelled their days off.
The main highway is still open, but the old bridge is underwater.
The Chief Minister also checked out some flooded areas and ordered immediate fixes.
Chambal River water levels rise dramatically, threatening Dholpur.
The Army has been called in to assist with flood relief operations.
District officials' leave has been cancelled due to the emergency.
Traffic on National Highway 44 is unaffected due to the new bridge.
Rajasthan Chief Minister inspected rain-affected areas in Jaipur.
- Who
- Residents of Dholpur, the Army, district officials, and the Chief Minister of Rajasthan.
- What
- Rising water levels in the Chambal River, threatening floods in Dholpur.
- When
- Ongoing, with the water level rising as of Wednesday evening and weakening expected from August 2nd.
- Where
- Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall in surrounding regions led to the release of water into the Chambal River.
Government Response
Risk Assessment
Effectiveness of Flood Control
Government Response
Government officials are actively monitoring the situation and taking preventative measures.
Risk Assessment
Insufficient action or delayed response.
- Chambal River Level (Wednesday 10 PM)
- 141.10 metres
- Danger Mark
- 131.79 metres
- Army Deployment
- Expected Thursday
- Officer Leave Status
- Cancelled
- Rainfall Forecast
- Heavy rainfall expected in some parts of Rajasthan on Thursday, decreasing from August 1st.
Sources
Flood-like situation in parts of Rajasthan due to heavy rains
Heavy Rainfall Causes Flood-Like Situation In Parts Of Rajasthan
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'School children stranded...': Floods trigger crisis in Madhya Pradesh, army called in for help
Weather Update: IMD issues red alert for MP, Rajasthan amid heavy rains; check forecast for Delhi and other parts
Houses cave in, people stranded: From Delhi to Bengal, rainfall tests everyone's patience
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CM Sharma asks officials to stay alert as heavy rains lash Rajasthan
Several rivers in spate in Rajasthan after continuous rain
Chambal, Parvati rivers trigger floods in several Rajasthan districts
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Madhya Pradesh July 31 2025 Weather Updates: Heavy Rain Alert In 12 Districts, Weather System Expected To Weaken Soon
