New Delhi: A catastrophic flood swept through Rajasthans capital, Jaipur, after the Noor Dam breached, submerging several areas, including Khonagoriyan. The floodwaters have left many residents stranded in their homes, unable to venture outside due to the overwhelming inundation. The situation has taken a grim turn in Khonagoriyan, where a local cemetery has been severely damaged, causing bodies to be dislodged from their graves and float away in the rushing waters.Widespread flooding in KhonagoriyanThe Noor Dam, located near the Khonagoriya police station, broke late Sunday night following relentless heavy rainfall. By Monday morning, the breach had caused severe waterlogging across the area, submerging entire neighborhoods and trapping residents inside their homes. The sudden and intense flooding left little time for the community to respond, resulting in widespread panic and chaos.Watch the video here:#Jaipur तेज बारिश के चलते कब्रिस्तान से निकले शवखोह-नागोरियान में नूर का बांध टूटने से पानी के तेज प्रवाह से निकले शव, स्थानीय लोगों ने प्रशासन को दी मामले की सूचना, बांध के पास पुलिसकर्मी किए तैनात, पानी में तेरे शवों को बाहर निकाला गया #Jaipur @123Ujeer @jaipur_police… pic.twitter.com/2TVT85sPzy— Marudhar Aaina (@TheMirrorIndia1) September 2, 2024Bodies displaced from graves as cemetery floodsOne of the most tragic consequences of the flooding occurred at a cemetery near the dam. The rapid surge of water filled the cemetery, causing graves to be flooded. As a result, several bodies were dislodged from their resting places and began floating in the water. Local residents, horrified by the sight, quickly mobilized to retrieve five of the bodies, which were then placed in a safer location. The cemetery, now devastated, bears the scars of the flood, adding to the communitys grief.Dam repairs underwayThe authorities were promptly notified of the breach, and officials from the Khonagoriya police station arrived at the scene. With assistance from local volunteers, the police worked to recover the displaced bodies, using ropes to navigate the floodwaters. As a precaution, additional police personnel have been stationed near the Noor Dam to monitor the situation and prevent further incidents.In the meantime, efforts to repair the damaged dam are underway. The administration is working tirelessly to control the situation and restore normalcy in the affected areas. No loss of life has been reported so far.
