Archive · 3 Aug 2025
Minister Links Heavy Rainfall to CM's Prayers, Draws Criticism
In Rajasthan, a minister said heavy rain comes from the CM's prayers.
This was in response to issues of flooded homes and dirty water in Balotra.
Other politicians disagree, saying the problem is man-made.
The Jojari river, polluted with industrial waste, overflows during the monsoon.
This causes flooding and health concerns for locals.
The residents have been suffering from the continuous flooding.
Rajasthan minister attributed heavy rainfall to the Chief Minister's prayers.
The minister's comment addressed waterlogging and polluted water in Balotra.
Congress criticized the minister, calling the remarks an attempt to deflect responsibility.
The Jojari river carries industrial waste, causing flooding in Balotra during monsoon season.
Local residents have reported ongoing issues with contaminated water and flooding.
- Who
- Rajasthan Minister K K Vishnoi and Congress MLA Harish Choudhary.
- What
- Rajasthan minister stated heavy rain is due to the Chief Minister's prayers.
- When
- Unspecified, during a discussion on waterlogging.
- Where
- Balotra, Barmer district, Rajasthan.
- Why
- Responding to questions about waterlogging and polluted water.
Congress
BJP
Minister's Remarks
Congress
The minister's remarks were an attempt to divert the real issue
BJP
The minister made the comments
Crisis Responsibility
Congress
The government is incapable of addressing the crisis
BJP
May support the minister's statement and views
- Location
- Balotra, Rajasthan
- River
- Jojari
- Issue
- Waterlogging and polluted water
- Minister's Statement
- Rainfall caused by CM's prayers
- Political Party
- BJP (ruling)
- Opposition
- Congress
Sources
It rains heavily every time CM prays to Lord Krishna, says Rajasthan minister
"It Rains Heavily Whenever Chief Minister Prays To Lord Krishna": BJP MLA On Rajasthan Floods