Gujarat Floods: Incessant Rainfall Submerges Cities, Crores Lost in Market Damage

Gujarat Floods: Incessant monsoon showers have battered several parts of Gujarat, including Surat, Valsad, Bardoli, and Modasa, leading to severe waterlogging and widespread disruption. The textile hub of Surat has taken a major hit, with more than 1,000 shops in low-lying market areas submerged. Shopkeepers estimate losses running into crores of rupees. Drone footage from Raim village shows entire stretches of farmland and roads underwater, highlighting the rural impact. Commuters and residents are wading through knee-deep waters, while authorities have blocked two major state highways. Emergency services and local administrations are working round the clock, but with the India Meteorological Department forecasting continued rain, the situation remains tense.