Jaipur, August 1 : Rajasthan has recorded its highest July rainfall in 69 years. The state received an average of 285 mm rainfall in July this year, the highest since 1956, when 308 mm of rainfall was recorded. Continuous heavy rainfall has disrupted daily life across several regions, causing waterlogging, flood-like situations, and road damage.
Yellow Alert Issued, Schools Shut in 16 Districts
The Jaipur Meteorological Centre issued a yellow alert for moderate to heavy rainfall in six districts on Friday. Due to warnings of intense rainfall, schools have been closed in 16 districts including Kota, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Dholpur, Sikar, Churu, Sri Ganganagar, and Hanumangarh. In addition, schools will remain shut on August 1 and 2 in Jhalawar, Baran, Tonk, Deeg, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Nagaur, and Kotputli-Behror.
The weather department has also predicted above-normal rainfall in August. The monsoon is expected to remain active in Jaipur, Ajmer, Kota, Bharatpur, Bikaner, and surrounding areas.
Rising River Levels, Dam Gates Opened
In Dholpur district, the rising level of the Chambal River led to the deployment of the Army on July 31 for relief and rescue operations. Several areas along the Chambal banks have been submerged. Four gates of the Parvati Dam had to be opened.
In Tonk district, the inflow into Bisalpur Dam increased, prompting authorities to open one more gate on Friday. A total of four gates, each opened up to two metres, are now releasing 48,080 cusecs of water into the Banas River at a rate of 12,020 cusecs per gate.
In Kota, the gates of the Kota Barrage were opened on Thursday due to the rising Chambal level. Meanwhile, students of a government college in Kota protested by wearing helmets to highlight the dilapidated condition of their century-old building, worsened by the rains.
Waterlogging, Infrastructure Damage in Other Districts
Rain-related issues have also been reported from other districts. Waterlogging was seen in various parts of Bharatpur city, including the residence of the Municipal Commissioner. In Fatehpur, Sikar, a roadways bus got stuck in water and was rescued with the help of a JCB machine. In Alwar, heavy rains flooded the government hospital premises, and a road collapse created a pit nearly 10 feet deep.
In Bhiwadi area of Khairthal-Tijara district, a young man died after falling into an open manhole along with his bike.
Monsoon Trough Line Behind Heavy Rains
According to the Jaipur Meteorological Centre, the heavy rainfall is due to the monsoon trough line passing between Sri Ganganagar and Rohtak. Additionally, a cyclonic circulation is active in the upper levels over southwest Rajasthan. Under its influence, rain is likely in Bikaner division on August 2, while the weather is expected to remain dry in other parts of the state.
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