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Jaipur Welcomes Rain, Rajasthan CM Orders Crop Damage Survey

Jaipur residents woke up to pleasant weather following early morning rainfall. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has directed all district collectors to immediately survey and report crop damage from recent heavy rains across the state. The India Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide alert forecasting thunderstorms, rainfall, and gusty winds for the coming days. An Orange Alert is specifically in place for several eastern states due to the potential for severe weather.

Key Points: Rain in Jaipur, Rajasthan CM's Crop Damage Survey Order

  • Rain brings pleasant weather to Jaipur
  • CM orders immediate crop damage surveys
  • IMD forecasts widespread thunderstorms
  • Orange alert for eastern states
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Jaipur records fresh spell of rain; residents in Pink city wake up to pleasant weather

Jaipur sees pleasant weather after rain. Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma orders immediate crop damage surveys. IMD forecasts storms across India.

"The state government stands firmly with you with complete sensitivity and responsibility. - CM Bhajanlal Sharma"

Jaipur, March 23

Several areas of Jaipur witnessed a sudden change in weather on Monday as rainfall lashed parts of the city. The showers, which began in the early hours, covered different parts of Rajasthan.

The current weather has transitioned the city's climate from warm to pleasant.

Meanwhile, on Saturday, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma directed all district collectors to immediately conduct surveys to assess crop damage caused by heavy rainfall across the state. The Rajasthan CM instructed officials to submit the crop damage survey reports at the earliest possible.

In a post on X, CM Sharma emphasised that Rajasthan's prosperity is built on the foundation of its farmers, asserting that the state government stands firmly with them with "complete sensitivity and responsibility.

"Instructions have been issued to all District Collectors to immediately conduct surveys and submit reports at the earliest for the proper assessment of the damage caused to our farmer brethren due to heavy rainfall in various regions of the state. The prosperity of Rajasthan rests on the foundation of our farmer brothers and sisters. The state government stands firmly with you with complete sensitivity and responsibility. Providing prompt and adequate assistance to every affected farmer is our utmost priority, towards which the government is fully committed," said CM Sharma on Saturday.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a nationwide weather alert, forecasting widespread thunderstorms, rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds across multiple regions over the coming days.

Speaking to ANI here on Friday, IMD Scientist Akhil Shrivastava said, "A large-scale thunderstorm activity is currently being witnessed across India. In Delhi, rainfall activity occurred, resulting in a significant drop in maximum temperatures. However, this activity is expected to subside in Delhi starting Saturday, with the probability of rain decreasing from Saturday onwards."

Shrivastava further noted that an 'Orange Alert' had been issued for regions including eastern Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and parts of West Bengal due to expected thunderstorms, gusty winds, and possible hailstorms.

"Wind speeds in eastern India may reach 60 to 70 kmph, posing potential risks," he said.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
Good to see the CM taking quick action for farmers. The survey must be done honestly and compensation should reach the actual affected people without any middlemen corruption. Our farmers are the backbone.
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Aman W
The weather is beautiful, but the IMD alerts for eastern states sound serious. Hope people in UP, Bihar, Odisha are staying safe. 70 kmph winds can cause a lot of damage to huts and trees.
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Sarah B
Visiting Jaipur from the US and this unexpected rain made the Pink City look even more magical! The locals seem so happy about it. A different experience from our weather alerts back home.
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Vikram M
Pleasant for city dwellers, but a nightmare for farmers if it's unseasonal. The article mentions crop damage surveys. Words are good, but timely financial aid is what matters. Let's see if the administration delivers.
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Nisha Z
Hope the rain fills up the local ponds and groundwater levels. Every drop counts in Rajasthan. Also, kudos to IMD for their detailed forecasts and color-coded alerts, it really helps common people prepare.

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