Due to heacy rainfall in the Marathwada region, the water level in Godavari river has reached the "alert" mark. On Thursday, PWD Minister Ashok Chavan said that the phenomenon has happened after nearly 15 years.
Chavan, who is also working as the guardian minister of the district, took stock of the situation arising out of heavy rainfall in the region. Heavy rains occurred in the Marathwada region over the last few days. Due to which 31 people died in rain-related accidents in a week, out of which seven death cases took place in Nanded. Talking to reporters, Chavan said, "Water has reached the 'alert' mark in Godavari river. This phenomenon is being seen after 15 years. Over the years, several buildings have come up along the river, and I have also seen that some structures have been built in nullahs in Nanded city." The minister held meetings with officials from the local administration and visited Godavari river.
Additionally, Chavan said, "people whose homes were flooded due to heavy rains will get aid." He also took stock of the losses in agriculture and infrastructure sectors in the district. As per officials, this year Nanded has received 962.7 mm rain so far, which is 118% of its average annual rainfall.