Ranchi Rainfall: A Deluge of Challenges and Resilience

The Jharkhand government has initiated action to evaluate the aftermath of incessant heavy rainfall in the Ranchi district. A detailed report has been requested to gauge the extent of damages inflicted by the cloudbursts, an official disclosed on Tuesday.

From June 19, Ranchi has witnessed relentless downpours leading to significant waterlogging, destruction of agricultural fields, and damage to residential homes and infrastructure. The deputy commissioner, Manjunath Bhajantri, has mandated all circle officers to conduct on-ground assessments and expedite compensation processes, as per an official communication. A swift communication network via social media platforms is also in the works for better crisis management and coordination.

Emergencies struck hard, claiming lives as a man was crushed by a collapsing wall and two women lost their lives to lightning strikes during this tumultuous period. With Ranchi receiving rainfall far above normal levels, the IMD has predicted continued light to moderate showers, driven by conducive conditions and moisture from the Bay of Bengal.

(With inputs from agencies.)