More than 60 villages in Balrampur, Tulsipur, and Utraula tehsils of Uttar Pradesh have been hit by severe floods due to the overflow of the Rapti River. This has been caused by continuous rains in the region and the inflow of water from Nepal, leading the river to cross the danger mark.
The district administration has alerted the flood posts, and rescue efforts are underway with the deployment of SDRF, PAC, and revenue and health department teams. 25 boats have been called in for relief and rescue operations, and 18 animal camps have been established.
On Tuesday, State Water Resources and Flood Relief Minister Swatantra Dev Singh and Fisheries Minister Sanjay Nishad visited the flood-affected areas and reviewed the relief operations. Singh stated that the government is alert and trying to ensure no loss of public money during this crisis.
- Over 60 villages affected in Balrampur, Tulsipur, and Utraula
- Caused by Rapti River overflow due to continuous rains and inflow from Nepal
- 3 people have lost their lives due to drowning
- 32 flood posts established, 25 boats deployed for rescue
- 18 animal camps set up
Chief ministers Visited the Affected areas
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit the flood-affected areas of Balrampur on Thursday afternoon. The district administration has intensified preparations for the Chief Minister’s arrival. He will travel to Sonar village in Balrampur to meet the flood victims and distribute relief materials himself.
Flooding has been a major problem in the Purvanchal region of Uttar Pradesh. Mainly in Balrampur, Shravasti, Basti, Gorakhpur, and Ballia districts. The government’s prompt response and the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath‘s visit to the affected areas. Demonstrate their commitment to providing relief and support to the flood-hit communities.
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