Relentless rainfall in Sawai Madhopur led to the Surwal Dam overflowing, causing a massive land collapse and forming a huge crater near nearby villages.
Entire settlements—Surwal, Dhanoli, Gogor, Jadavata, Shesha, Machhipura, are now submerged, with hundreds of homes underwater.
Residents have taken refuge on rooftops as roads are impassable and relief efforts are stalled.
The Lalsot-Kota Mega Highway is underwater; only tractors and trolleys can navigate the submerged routes.
In Tonk district, key areas like Kalipaltan, Chatra Khatik, and Panch Batti are severely waterlogged.
In Amer, part of the historic Rambagh wall collapsed, suspending elephant rides and tourism activity.
Minister Kirodi Lal Meena and MP Harish Chandra Meena visited the site, acknowledging the scale of destruction.
Compensation has been promised for those affected, and officials are focusing on drainage and relief logistics.
IMD Warning:
The India Meteorological Department has issued alerts for continued heavy rainfall, urging residents to remain cautious.
(source timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
–Agencies
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