How has Cyclone Biparjoy affected Gujarat and what is the situation now
Analyze the effects of Cyclone Biparjoy on Gujarat and its current status.
- The cyclone led to the evacuation of around 1.5 lakh people from low-lying coastal areas to safer places.
- Several parts of the state, including Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Vadodara, received heavy rainfall, leading to waterlogging and flooding in many areas.
- The strong winds caused damage to houses, uprooting of trees, and disruption of power supply and communication lines in many areas.
- The cyclone also affected the fishing industry and caused damage to boats and fishing equipment.
- However, the state government's prompt response and effective disaster management measures helped in minimizing the damage and loss of life.
- The cyclone had weakened to a depression by the time it moved towards Rajasthan on 27 May, and there have been no reports of any major damage or loss of life in the state.
- The state government is now focusing on relief and rehabilitation measures for those affected by the cyclone.
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