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Devastating floods have struck Madhya Pradesh, claiming 29 lives across Shivpuri and Guna districts. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia conducted an aerial survey to assess the damage and support relief efforts. Over 3,000 people were rescued, with armed forces and disaster response teams playing a crucial role. The state government has committed to providing comprehensive compensation to affected families.

Key Points: Scindia Reveals 29 Deaths in MP Monsoon Floods

  • 29 people killed in rain-related incidents across Madhya Pradesh
  • Over 3,000 people rescued from Guna, Shivpuri, and Ashoknagar districts
  • Armed forces and NDRF airlifted around 400 people to relief camps
  • State government to assess and provide comprehensive compensation
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MP: 29 killed in rain-related incidents in July last week, says Jyotiraditya Scindia

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia reports devastating flood impact in Madhya Pradesh, with 22 deaths in Shivpuri and 7 in Guna district

"I know your pain at this moment, and assure you that the BJP government stands with you. - Jyotiraditya Scindia"

Gwalior, Aug 5

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said that 29 people have lost their lives due to rain in Madhya Pradesh in the last week of July.

The Union Communications Minister said that during a survey conducted by the Madhya Pradesh government, it was found that Shivpuri had witnessed disasters due to floods, where 22 people died, while seven people lost their lives in Guna district.

He further stated that more than 3,000 people were rescued in Guna, Shivpuri, and Ashoknagar districts after 72 hours of rainfall caused floods in several areas.

"Armed forces, NDRF and SDRF teams have airlifted around 400 people and shifted them to relief camps, set up at multiple locations in Guna, Shivpuri and Ashoknagar districts," the Union Minister told media persons.

The Minister's statement came a day after he, along with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, undertook an aerial inspection in his Lok Sabha constituency, Guna.

He stated that the state government is assessing total loss related to crops, homes and others, and the people will be provided compensation accordingly.

"During the aerial survey, I noticed that several homes were swept away, and people have lost their animals and crops. CM Mohan Yadav has assured to provide compensation," Union Minister Scindia added.

During an interaction with flood-affected people in Guna, the Union Minister assured them that both the Centre and state governments are committed to providing help to them.

"I know your pain at this moment, and assure you that the BJP government stands with you. Loss of everyone will be assessed during the survey, and adequate compensation would be provided from both the Centre and the State governments," Union Minister Scindia said during a meeting with flood-affected people at a village in Guna.

Jyotiraditya Scindia also expressed his gratitude to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for providing the much-needed support by deploying the Armed forces and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF).

- IANS

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Priya S
My cousin lives in Guna and shared horrifying pictures. Entire villages underwater! Government must focus on long-term solutions like better drainage systems, not just compensation after disasters.
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Aman W
Scindia ji is doing good work but why wait for disaster to happen? We need preventive measures before monsoon. Farmers have lost everything - crops, cattle, homes. Very painful situation.
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Sarah B
As someone working in disaster management, I appreciate the coordinated response between state and central forces. But 29 lives lost is 29 too many. Climate change is making these events more frequent - we need better early warning systems.
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Kavya N
Heartbreaking news 😢 My prayers with all affected families. Hope compensation reaches genuine victims quickly without bureaucratic delays. Also request media to keep following this story beyond headlines.
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Vikram M
While relief work is important, why aren't we discussing illegal constructions on river beds and deforestation that worsen floods? Need strict implementation of environmental laws to prevent such tragedies.
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Michael C
The numbers are shocking but what about the livestock loss? For rural families, animals are their livelihood. Hope the compensation package includes support for rebuilding cattle sheds and replacing livestock.

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