The Gujarat government has increased its readiness in Saurashtra due to heavy rainfall in the region. A high-level review of disaster management, rescue operations, and public safety was conducted for Amreli, Rajkot, and Bhavnagar districts. Minister-in-charge Jitu Vaghani chaired a virtual meeting with district administrations to evaluate the situation and review emergency preparedness.
Minister Kunvarji Bavaliya, Bhavnagar minister-in-charge Kaushik Vekariya, Members of Parliament, Members of the Legislative Assembly, and senior district officials attended the meeting. They presented their action plans during the review. Vaghani received live updates on conditions in vulnerable areas, river flow, and reservoir levels from Collectors.
Officials were instructed to monitor dam safety and overflow situations continuously. Various state agencies were directed to be on standby for any disruptions in electricity, water supply, or road blockages caused by heavy rain. Inspections of dangerous structures were ordered, with a focus on removing hazardous buildings that could endanger the public.
Health authorities were asked to ensure sufficient stocks of chlorine tablets and ORS. Rapid Response Teams at the taluka level were activated to prevent water-borne diseases. Special care for pregnant women and children was emphasized, with provisions made to move residents to safe shelters if needed. The state government, led by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, remains dedicated to public safety.
