Rajasthan Faces Torrential Rains: 22 Dead, Surveys and Relief Measures Underway

Rajasthan has been severely impacted by torrential rains, resulting in 22 deaths and significant disruptions. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma conducted aerial surveys of affected areas and held review meetings. Schools in several districts were shut, and a red warning was issued for multiple regions. Relief measures are ongoing, with additional rain predicted.

Normal life in several parts of Rajasthan faced severe disruption for the third consecutive day on Tuesday due to heavy rainfall, according to officials. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma conducted an aerial survey to assess the extent of the damage.

The state was battered by torrential rainfall on Sunday and Monday, leading to the deaths of 22 people. While eastern Rajasthan continued to receive heavy rain on Tuesday, no new casualties were reported.

A 'red' warning remained in effect for Baran, Bundi, Kota, and Tonk districts, while an 'orange' alert was issued for Bharatpur, Dausa, Dholpur, Jaipur, and Karauli. Schools were closed in several affected districts.