Telangana Floods
As a consequence of Telangana’s heavy rainfall, which caused extensive flooding , substantial damage, and at least 16 fatalities, the state administration has asked the Center for ₹2,000 crore in help and a national calamity designation.
At least sixteen persons have died in Telangana as a result of the severe flooding caused by the recent heavy rains. With an ex-gratia payment of ₹5 lakh to the relatives of the departed, the Telangana government, led by Revanth Reddy, has claimed that it is in dire need of support from the Center.
Declare a National Emergency and Request Aid from the State
Around ₹5,000 crore is how much the Telangana government estimates the flood damage to have cost. They have responded by requesting that the central government provide them with ₹2,000 crore in urgent help and that the floods be officially recognized as a national calamity. Assisting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to personally assess the situation by visiting the affected districts is another request made by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.
The effects of flooding on transportation and infrastructure
In addition to flooding low-lying areas and interfering with agricultural operations, the unrelenting rain has severely damaged a lot of infrastructure. The erosion of gravel on railroad tracks has caused delays on major transportation routes, including railroads. Authorities are encouraging drivers to take detours as a number of vehicles on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway have become stuck owing to flooding.
Merchandise Damaged in Affected Areas.
The flooding has had a terrible effect on Khammam, leaving debris sticking to residential gates and washing away household possessions. Flooding in the surrounding areas has caused damage to people’ houses and belongings due to the overflow of the Munneru River.
Weather Predictions and Notifications
For numerous districts, including Adilabad, Komaram Bheem Asifabad, and Nizamabad, the Telangana Met Center has predicted more heavy rain, thunderstorms with lightning, and gusty winds (30–40 kmph) until 8:30 am on September 3. For these conditions, a yellow alert has been issued.
Governmental Reaction and Support
Help has been extended to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy by both Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The impacted regions are receiving the required help as part of ongoing efforts to handle the situation.
Telangana floods: Latest updates
1 Telangana’s heavy rains caused substantial damage to buildings and property, including flooding in low-lying areas. Initial calculations show that the state reported flood-related damage totaling ₹5,000 crore.
2Primmary Minister Narendra Modi was urged by Reddy to travel to the areas affected by the monsoon and proclaim the floods a national emergency. To evaluate the situation, the chief minister traveled to areas affected by rain and held meetings with high-ranking officials.
Household belongings werehed away and some items taken away by water adhered to the gates of houses in the Khammam flood-affected neighborhoods, which caused considerable damage.
The constant rain severely damaged transportation, washing away the gravel from rail tracks on several lines owing to flooding. Trains were running late, and repair work is still in progress.
Due to water streaming on the road, several trucks became stuck on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway close to Kodada. The Narkatpalli-Addanki roadway was recommended by the administration as a substitute for individuals going to Vijayawada.
Due to the rain, the Munneru River grew and overflowed, causing flooding in the surrounding areas. The area’s residents reported that when the water began to recede, it entered their homes and carried away their household belongings.
In isolated areas of Adilabad, Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagtial, Sangareddy, Medak, and Kamareddy districts, heavy rain is very likely to occur until 8.30 am on September 3, according to the Telangana Met Center.
Additionally, it said that around this time, isolated locations in numerous Telangana districts are expected to see thunderstorms with lightning and gusty gusts of 30 to 40 kmph. This prognosis prompted the issuance of a yellow alert.