Continuous rainfall in Satna and Chitrakoot has caused rivers and streams to swell, increasing the risk of flooding. The Mandakini River is flowing above the danger mark, while rising water levels in the Simrawal River have prompted an alert for 36 villages in Satna.
Continuous rainfall has rapidly increased water levels in rivers and streams across Satna district. In view of the rising water level of the Simrawal River, the administration has issued an alert for 36 nearby villages. Waterlogging has been reported in low-lying areas, and people have been advised to remain alert.
Rainfall has affected normal life in several areas. Water accumulation on the Majhgawan-Pahadikhaira route has disrupted movement. Administration and police teams are monitoring the affected areas.
The Mandakini River is in spate following continuous rainfall in Chitrakoot. Water has reached low-lying areas around Ramghat. According to reports, around 300 shops in Ramghat have been affected by floodwater. Water has also entered several houses and other areas, causing difficulties for residents.
With water levels rising in the Mandakini, Simrawal and several other rivers, the administration has increased monitoring in affected areas. People are being urged to stay away from rivers and waterlogged areas.
Heavy rainfall and waterlogging have affected traffic on several routes in the area. The closure of the Majhgawan-Pahadikhaira route has affected local movement. Administrative teams are assessing conditions in affected areas, while water levels are being monitored continuously.
The Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rainfall in several districts of Madhya Pradesh. An orange alert has been issued for Umaria and Balaghat on September 1, while rainfall is also expected in Satna, Panna, Rewa, Mauganj, Sidhi, Singrauli, Katni, Maihar, Shahdol, Anuppur, Dindori, Jabalpur, Mandla, Seoni and Chhindwara, among other districts.
In view of the flood situation in Chitrakoot, the administration has intensified relief and rescue activities. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has directed senior officials to camp in the affected area and ordered a door-to-door survey of damage in Satna district.
