: Mumbai/Nagpur, September 23, 2023

Due to heavy rains in Nagpur and its adjoining areas, the city in areas of Ambazari, Sitabuldi, Mor Bhawan, Variety Chowk and other areas was flooded during early hours of the morning.

Indian Army flood relief columns from Headquarters Uttar Maharashtra & Gujrat Sub Area were requisitioned by the Dictrict Collector Nagpur in the morning. Two columns of Indian Army with Engineer equipment and boats were deployed in the area of Ambazari for flood rescue operations on 23 Sep morning. Indian Army rescued about 40 persons in all age categories and also provided them with medical aid. The situation is now under control.

However, in view of evolving flood situation in Nagpur, Kamptee and Chandrapur, the Indian Army teams have been put on alert by the Nagpur District Administration.

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SC/PK Source: PRO Defence Nagpur

 

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