Cyclone Biparjoy, which has been raging over the Arabian Sea for several days, has made landfall in the coastal region of Gujarat, affecting train services, due to which about 99 trains passing through, originating from or terminating in Biparjoy affected areas of Gujarat Will be canceled or short-terminated, said Western Railway.
A senior meteorologist of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that the landfall process of extremely severe cyclonic storm ‘Biparjoy’ has begun and will continue till Thursday midnight.
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“23 trains have been cancelled, 3 trains short-terminated and 7 trains short-originated. With this, 99 trains have been cancelled, 39 trains have been short-terminated, while 38 trains have been short-originated till June 18 as a precautionary measure. Regarding the onset of #CycloneBiparjoy in view of passenger safety and train operations,” tweeted Sumit Thakur, Chief Public Relations Officer, Western Railway.
The IMD said that the wind speed is between 115 to 125 kmph and it could even go up to 140 kmph, said Manorama Mohanty, director of the meteorological department.
“The wind speed at present is between 115 to 125 kmph, it may even go up to 140 kmph. The wind speed may reduce by midnight,” said the Director of Meteorological Department. As Cyclone Biparjoy hit the Gujarat coast on Thursday, trees were uprooted and hoardings fell in Dwarka as strong winds lashed the district.
Meanwhile, the IMD said that Cyclone Biparjoy ahead of Saurashtra Kutch is a severe cyclone. IMD tweeted, “Cyclone warning for Saurashtra and Kutch coasts: Red message. VSCS BIPARJOY at 2030 hrs today near Latitude 23.1N and Longitude 68.3E about 30 km southwest of Jakhau Port (Gujarat), 110 km from Devbhoomi Dwarka.” NW. Landfall process underway.” ,
“By 11th, its center will move towards land. The tidal waves will gradually subside in next 3 to 6 hours. Heavy to very heavy rainfall very likely on 16th,” the IMD said. Also, UAE’s renowned astronaut Sultan Al-Neyadi shared stunning pictures of Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Biparjoy’ from space.
In a tweet, the astronaut said, “As promised in my previous video, here are some pictures of cyclone #Biparjoy forming in the Arabian Sea, which I clicked from the International Space Station over two days.”
The pictures give an idea of the severity of the storm as it approaches the Gujarat coast. Earlier, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) Chairman SK Mehta along with senior officials of the port visited Kandla to ensure preparedness in the wake of cyclonic storm Biparjoy and monitor the situation from the signal station.
Hundreds of trucks remained parked at Gandhidham in Kutch after the closure of the Kandla port in the state. In view of the cyclone, a total of six National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams evacuated 72 civilians from the Rupen Bunder low-lying area and shifted them to the NDH school in Dwarka.
According to the NDRF, the evacuated civilians include 32 men, 25 women and 15 children. Earlier today, Commander of the Indian Coast Guard Region (North West) Inspector General AK Harbola said that Cyclone Biparjoy would make landfall between 6 pm and 8 pm.
In response to this imminent threat, armed forces have been deployed to the beach to assist the villagers living in the border area. The Border Security Force (BSF) was also deployed along the beach in view of the cyclone and has also stepped up its efforts to provide assistance to the villagers living in the border area.
BSF has mobilized its resources and personnel to help the affected communities. According to the official statement, BSF’s unwavering commitment is aimed at protecting valuable lives, minimizing suffering, upholding human dignity and instilling a sense of security among the border population.
The BSF in its release said that the vulnerable villagers are being provided shelter while ensuring their safety in these dangerous times. 150 villagers from Thumri and Valavariwand villages have taken shelter in the BSF camp.
Earlier, BSF had accommodated around 100 villagers of Gunao village near Jakhau coast in one of its camps, demonstrating its commitment to protect the lives of the border population at any cost. Commercial flight operations at Gujarat’s Jamnagar airport have been suspended till Friday as a precautionary measure.
According to Jamnagar airport director, the airport has issued NOTAM for three days Wednesday-Friday. Diesel and petrol required to operate the airport in case of emergency have also been stored.
According to NOTAM, Air India and Star Air have canceled their scheduled flights. NOTAM stands for ‘Notice to Airmen’ — it is issued at the airport for outbound flights. Earlier in the day, the IMD had said that cyclonic storm ‘Biparjoy’ would cross Gujarat’s Jakhau port on Thursday night after intensifying into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (VSCS).
“Cyclone Warning for Saurashtra and Kutch Coasts: Red Message. VSCS BIPARJOY near Latitude 22.8N and 67.3E at 1130IST today, about 140km WSW of Jakhau Port (Gujarat) and 190km WNW of Devbhoomi Dwarka. Near Jakhau Port (Gujarat) To cross over as VSCS by tonight,” the IMD said in a tweet on Thursday. Meanwhile, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel chaired a review meeting at the State Emergency Operation Center in Gandhinagar on Thursday morning.
Earlier on Wednesday, the IMD had issued a red alert for Saurashtra and Kutch coasts, saying VSCS (Very Severe Cyclonic Storm) ‘Biparjoy’ is likely to hit Saurashtra and Kutch and adjoining Jakhau port between Mandvi and Karachi coasts of Pakistan by Thursday evening. Will cross ,
Warnings have already been issued by the India Meteorological Department for widespread damage to temporary housing structures and falling of trees and branches due to high-speed winds, high tides and heavy rainfall.
IMD Director General said, “Due to cyclone ‘Biparjoy’ the sea condition will be rough in the Northeast Arabian Sea. All fishing operations should remain suspended. Offshore activities, port and industrial activities and oil exploration to be regulated today.” should go.”
Cyclone rescue preparations are in full swing on the coasts of Gujarat. District authorities are also sharing timely updates on evacuation measures and provision of temporary shelters for evacuees.
“Over 47,000 people have been shifted to shelter homes in Kutch district. All pregnant women have been taken to hospitals and other safe places. Our aim is to ensure zero casualties. I urge people to stay wherever they are. Be safe anyway and avoid traveling on it.” Time,” said Gujarat Health Minister Hrishikesh Patel.
Amid the approaching cyclone, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) deployed teams in Gujarat on Wednesday. The teams set about evacuating people and livestock from low-lying areas, coastal areas and taking other emergency measures to save lives and property.
VR Ulva, sub-inspector of Naliya police station, said, “NDRF and SDRF have been deployed in Kutch’s Mandvi and Naliya town, which are likely to be affected by the arrival of cyclone ‘Biparjoy’.”
Teams from the Army, Navy, Air Force and the Indian Coast Guard have also been pressed into service to assist the local people, help in evacuation and provide relief in the affected areas.
Wing Commander N Manish, Defense PRO and Spokesperson, Wing Commander N Manish said, “The Indian Army has deployed over 27 relief columns across Gujarat and at Mandvi, and forward locations of Dwarka. Army personnel along with civil administration -Started joint rescue operation with NDRF teams.” The MoD of Gujarat said.