A widely shared video shows cars being washed away in Jodhpur as persistently strong rains continued to lashed several areas of Rajasthan, causing significant flooding in the state.
A video clip shows a few cars being flown away in water gushing through the roads in various parts of the city. The video was taken on Monday evening.
The Jodhpur district collector ordered a holiday on Tuesday for schools in light of the circumstances.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla informed that 5 people, including 4 children, died in rain-related incidents and expressed condolences.
“In Jodhpur (Rajasthan) due to heavy rains, the death of five people including four children is very sad. Praying to God to grant peace to the departed souls. My condolences to the bereaved families. Om Shanti,” tweeted Mr Birla.
The Chenab Times News Desk