Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Heavy Rain Floods South Gujarat
Heavy rain has been falling in South Gujarat, causing floods.
The Indian Army and special rescue teams are helping people move to safer places.
Many roads and trains are not working because of the water.
The government is giving food and money to those affected.
People are being told to stay away from rivers and flooded areas.
The rain has caused a lot of damage, but no one has died so far.
Heavy rainfall in South Gujarat has caused severe flooding in Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Tapi, and Dang districts.
The Indian Army, NDRF, and SDRF are conducting large-scale rescue operations, evacuating thousands to safety.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi are overseeing relief efforts.
Record rainfall in Umargam (1,064 mm in a day) and Kaprada (2,566 mm this monsoon) has exacerbated flooding.
Authorities are advising residents to avoid flooded areas and follow safety advisories.
- Who
- Residents of South Gujarat, Indian Army, NDRF, SDRF, Gujarat Government
- What
- Heavy rainfall and flooding in South Gujarat
- When
- July 23, 2023
- Where
- Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Tapi, Dang districts of Gujarat
- Why
- Relentless rainfall and overflowing rivers due to heavy inflows
Government Response
Citizen Concerns
Evacuation Efforts
Government Response
Government has successfully evacuated thousands to safety with minimal loss of life.
Citizen Concerns
Citizens worry about the speed and efficiency of evacuations in all affected areas.
Infrastructure Damage
Government Response
Authorities are working to restore infrastructure and provide relief.
Citizen Concerns
Residents are concerned about the long-term impact on local businesses and livelihoods.
- Rainfall in Umargam
- 1,064 mm in a single day
- Rainfall in Kaprada
- 2,566 mm during the current monsoon season
- Evacuated in Valsad
- 12,376 people in a single day
- Rescued in Navsari
- 67 people, including 25 women and 22 children
- Evacuated in Surat
- 4,847 people (2,244 from city, 2,603 from rural areas)
- Evacuated in Navsari
- 3,000 people
- Rainfall in Dang
- 263.33 mm in 24 hours