Gujarat Highway Shut As Rain Triggers Flooding, Army Joins Rescue Ops
Heavy rainfall in Gujarat has caused severe flooding, leading to the closure of the Bavla-Sarkhej highway and the deployment of the Army for rescue operations. Commuters are being diverted as authorities work to evacuate those stranded in submerged areas across several districts.
Why it matters
The flooding highlights critical infrastructure vulnerabilities and the immediate impact of extreme weather events on public safety and transportation in India.
The Bavla-Sarkhej highway in Gujarat has been shut for traffic after heavy rainfall led to severe waterlogging and flooding along the route, officials said on Friday. According to officials, the highway has been shut for traffic and vehicles are being diverted through alternative route, while Army has been called in for rescue operations in the affected areas.The rescue efforts have been launched near Meldi Mata temple and the Gallops Industrial Part area close to Sariya Patiya.Visuals near Gallops Industrial Park area showed commuters wading through chest-deep water, while others boarded tractors to cross the flooded road.Several vehicles, including cars and a bus, were seen partially submerged as heavy rain triggered severe waterlogging in parts of the state.Officials said the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, along with police and other senior officials are present at the spot to monitor the situation.
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