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Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in 21 Uttar Pradesh districts, with the Yamuna river surpassing danger levels. CM Yogi Adityanath has deployed NDRF and SDRF teams for rescue operations while ensuring shelter and aid for affected families. Financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh has been announced for families who lost members in the floods. Schools in Varanasi remain closed as the Ganga continues to rise, worsening the flood situation.

Key Points: Yogi Adityanath Reviews Flood Situation in 21 UP Districts

  • Yamuna crosses danger mark at 117m in Auraiya
  • NDRF and SDRF teams deployed for rescue
  • Shelter camps set up for displaced families
  • Rs 4 lakh aid for flood-related deaths
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21 districts affected by floods in Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi reviews flood situation

CM Yogi Adityanath monitors flood relief as Yamuna crosses danger mark, affecting 21 districts with NDRF, SDRF deployed for rescue operations.

"For flood relief and rescue operations, 16 NDRF, 18 SDRF teams have been deployed across affected districts. - Yogi Adityanath"

Auraiya, August 5

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said that heavy rainfall in the past 10 to 12 days has led to significant flooding in the Yamuna and its tributaries, affecting 21 districts across the state.

Addressing the media persons here, the Chief Minister said the water level has risen above the danger mark of 113 meters, reaching 117 meters in the Auraiya district.

The Chief Minister said, "Due to excessive rainfall in the last 10-12 days, the Yamuna and its tributary rivers have experienced significant flooding. In the Auraiya district, the water level has crossed the danger mark of 113 meters, reaching 117 meters. Currently, 21 districts in the state have been affected by floods due to heavy rainfall."

"For flood relief and rescue operations in all these districts, units of NDRF, SDRF, and PAC have been deployed. Specifically, to advance flood relief efforts, 16 teams of NDRF, 18 teams of SDRF, and various teams of PAC have been stationed in different districts," he added.

The Chief Minister said the state government has directed all in-charge ministers to remain present in their respective districts to ensure effective implementation of relief efforts.

He said, "The state government has directed all in-charge ministers to camp in their respective districts and ensure the successful implementation of relief operations. For those affected who are forced to stay outside their homes, shelter camps have been established where arrangements for food, medicine, and drinking water have been made. For those who can stay in their villages and homes, arrangements have been made for the safety of their villages, along with the provision of large boats and all kinds of facilities..."

Chief Minister Adityanath further stated that financial assistance is being provided to affected families.

"Unfortunately, for families that have suffered loss of life, assistance of Rs 4 lakh from the disaster relief fund has been instructed, and for those whose homes have been destroyed, instructions have been given to provide a house under the Chief Minister's Housing Scheme..." the CM stated.

Meanwhile, all schools in Varanasi, across all boards and up to Class 12 remained closed on August 5 and 6 due to the ongoing flood-like situation in the city, the District School Superintendent said on Monday.

On Monday, Uttar Pradesh Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna visited the flood-affected areas at Varanasi.

Several areas in Varanasi city in Uttar Pradesh were flooded following incessant heavy rainfall and a rise in the water level of the River Ganga. The water level of the river has been continuously rising since Saturday. In response to the deteriorating situation, all boats running on the Ganga have been banned.

- ANI

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Priya S
My relatives in Auraiya are stuck in their village since 3 days! Thank God for NDRF teams who are doing great work. But mobile networks are down in many areas making coordination difficult. Authorities should prioritize restoring communication lines.
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Arjun K
₹4 lakh compensation for loss of life is too little in today's times. The government should revise these amounts considering inflation. Also hope the housing scheme promises are actually fulfilled - last year many victims complained of delays.
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Sarah B
As someone working in disaster management, I appreciate the deployment of 16 NDRF teams. But we need better urban planning - illegal constructions on river banks make floods worse every year. Strict enforcement is needed in non-monsoon months.
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Vikram M
The real heroes are the local fishermen who are helping rescue operations with their boats before NDRF arrives. Government should recognize and compensate these unsung heroes too! #UttarPradeshFloods
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Kavya N
Good that schools are closed but what about exams? Many students are worried. Education department should announce proper guidelines. Also hope they're checking water quality - flood waters often lead to diseases later.
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Michael C
Climate change is making these monsoon patterns unpredictable. UP needs long-term solutions like better drainage systems and

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