Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said heavy rain over 3 or 4 days caused the Sabari River to surge, submerging riverside villages and inundating 4 wards of the Konta Municipality in Sukma district.
Sai said the district administration acted after the flooding affected villages along the river and parts of Konta. The statement was carried by ANI in a video .
What happened in Sukma
The rainfall led to a rise in the Sabari River. As water levels increased, riverside villages were submerged and 4 municipal wards in Konta were inundated.
The flooding comes amid current coverage of Sai's visit to flood-hit Sukma, where he reviewed relief operations. Related reporting also said he was scheduled to survey Bastar next.
The reported impact covers both rural settlements beside the river and urban areas within Konta Municipality. Sai's remarks linked the flooding to the intensity and duration of the rainfall, which continued for 3 or 4 days.
Administration's response
Sai said the district administration acted during the situation. The statement does not provide further details about the specific relief measures, evacuation figures, damage assessment or the number of people affected.
With villages submerged and municipal wards inundated, the immediate issue is the continuing response in the affected parts of Sukma. Further details on relief work and conditions in the flood-hit areas were not provided in the statement.
Conclusion
Heavy rain caused the Sabari River to surge, affecting riverside villages and 4 wards of Konta Municipality. The chief minister said the district administration responded as relief operations continued in flood-hit Sukma.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What caused the flooding in Konta?
Sai said heavy rain over 3 or 4 days caused the Sabari River to surge.
Q. Which river was affected?
The Sabari River was affected by the heavy rain.
Q. How many Konta wards were inundated?
4 wards of the Konta Municipality were inundated.
Q. Which villages were submerged?
Riverside villages were submerged, but the statement does not identify them individually.
Q. What did the district administration do?
Sai said the district administration acted in response to the flooding. Specific measures were not detailed.
Q. Where did the chief minister review relief operations?
Related current coverage said Sai visited flood-hit Sukma to review relief operations.
