High Alert In 13 Gujarat Districts As Weather Office Predicts Heavy Rain

Gujarat has intensified its disaster preparedness measures and placed 13 districts on high alert ahead of a forecast of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall between July 31 and August 2, with the state government cancelling leave for officials in vulnerable districts, activating round-the-clock control rooms and directing emergency response agencies to remain ready for deployment.The measures were reviewed at a comprehensive meeting chaired by Additional Chief Secretary (Revenue) Dr Jayanti Ravi at the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) in Gandhinagar.The meeting, held through video conference, was attended by Collectors and senior officials from Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar, Bharuch, Anand, Narmada, Tapi, Dang, Chhota Udepur, Panchmahal, Dahod and Mahisagar districts, all of which have been placed on 'high alert' following the India Meteorological Department's forecast.Dr Ravi conducted a detailed review of the prevailing situation and the disaster management preparedness of the districts expected to be affected.She directed district administrations to remain…