PM Modi Condoles Loss Of Lives Due To Cloudbursts, Says Nature’s Fury A Challenge For Humanity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed condolences over the loss of lives caused by cloudbursts and heavy rains across different parts of the country, stating that the fury of nature has become a challenge for humanity as well as for the nation.
Speaking at an event in Ahmedabad, the Prime Minister noted that several areas of Gujarat have also been affected by heavy rains and assured that relief and rescue operations are underway.
“In this monsoon season, there are heavy rains in many areas of Gujarat. The way cloudbursts are occurring one after another in the country, it becomes difficult to control oneself when we see the devastation. I express my condolences to all the affected families. This fury of nature has become a challenge for the entire human race, the entire world, and the entire country. The central government, along with all the state governments, is engaged in relief and rescue work,” he said.
Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand have witnessed flash floods triggered by cloudbursts in recent days.
During his visit, PM Modi inaugurated, laid the foundation stone, and dedicated to the nation multiple development projects worth ₹5,400 crore at Khodaldham ground in Ahmedabad. He also held a roadshow in the city.
“There is a wonderful enthusiasm for Ganesh Utsav across the country. With the blessings of Ganpati Bappa, several development projects for Gujarat have been inaugurated today. It is my good fortune that I have had the opportunity to dedicate these projects to the people of the country,” the Prime Minister said.
PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Gujarat, which began on Monday.
