Gujarat's Unseasonal Rains: Relief and Ruin

Unseasonal rains in Gujarat over two consecutive days caused crop damage but cooled temperatures, providing relief from heat. Despite IMD's warnings, inadequate government preparations led to casualties. The Congress criticized the government and called for a crop insurance scheme to support affected farmers.

Unseasonal rains battered Gujarat for a second day, damaging crops while offering relief from summer heat. The downpour is expected to continue, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Significant rainfall was recorded in districts like Anand, Ahmedabad, and Bhavnagar, with Bhavnagar particularly affected. Crops such as mangoes and stored grains suffered severe damage.

The Gujarat Congress criticized the BJP-led government for inadequate preparations, citing preventable casualties. They urged the government to establish a crop insurance scheme to aid farmers impacted by this natural disaster.

(With inputs from agencies.)