14 Killed In Heavy Rain In Rajasthan, Chief Minister Issues Appeal

At least 14 people were killed in rain-related incidents across Rajasthan on Sunday while five people were washed away by the gushing water of Kanota Dam in the capital Jaipur, officials said. Karauli and Hinduan in eastern Rajasthan's Karauli district are facing a flood-like situation following incessant rainfall since Saturday night, officials said. In Jaipur, the five men were out on a picnic at the dam when they were washed away by the gushing water, officials said. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma held a meeting with officials here to take stock of the situation. He appealed to the citizens to stay away from reservoirs and waterlogged areas, maintain distance from electric poles and wires during rain, avoid using basements of buildings during rain and pay attention to the warnings and safety measures.