Pandhurna (Nagpur district): Following intense monsoon activity in recent days, District Collector Dr. Vipin Itankar conducted a field inspection today in Pandhurna village to assess the flood situation firsthand.

Today’s Rainfall Update

• Nagpur district received approximately 150 mm of rainfall over the past 24 hours, with Pandhurna alone recording 125 mm since last night.
• The downpour has caused water levels in local streams and farm drainage channels to rise significantly, leading to water-logged roads and inundated agricultural land.

Collector’s On-site Review

• Dr. Itankar surveyed vulnerable pockets around Pandhurna, inspecting submerged roads and assessing the flow in streams overflowing due to the heavy rain.
• He met with village officials, local rescuers, and affected residents, urging them to stay vigilant and adhere to safety advisories.

Alert-Level Response Activated

• The District Administration has placed all units—Disaster Management, Police, Municipal, and Fire services—on high alert.
• Emergency response teams have been strategically deployed across the district and are on standby for swift rescue and relief work.
• Temporary shelters and medical aid centres stand ready in flood-prone areas to support affected residents.

In his interaction with locals, Dr. Itankar assured them that “priority is being given to timely evacuation and assistance in affected rural pockets,” stressing that “no effort will be spared in addressing the flood situation.”