Surat Creek Flood Fury Continues, Over 100 Homes Inundated In Kumbhariya

The threat of creek flooding continued to haunt several parts of Surat on Sunday despite a reduction in rainfall intensity, with water entering homes and shops in Kumbhariya, Kamrunagar and Mithikhadi for the third time in 26 days, leaving residents angry with the civic administration, government and local representatives.

In Kumbhariya village, floodwater remained in several areas on Sunday, with more than 100 houses reportedly still surrounded by water. Families said they had been unable to leave their homes for the past two days and were forced to remain indoors.

Household Goods Damaged

Residents said household belongings, foodgrains and essential items were damaged after the creek water entered their homes.

They said the problem recurs every monsoon and claimed that repeated written and verbal representations to the municipal authorities and other departments had failed to result in a permanent solution for draining creek water.

Fire Department Distributes Food Packets

A team from the Surat Municipal Corporation's fire department reached the affected areas and distributed food packets among families.

However, residents said relief material alone would not address the recurring problem and demanded immediate and effective measures for the permanent disposal of creek water.

With children, elderly people and women among those forced to remain indoors, residents expressed growing frustration over the repeated flooding.

"Fire department officials came and distributed food packets, but when will there be a permanent solution to this problem that returns every year?" residents asked.

Locals said they had received assurances from the authorities on several occasions but were yet to see a lasting solution, adding to the anger in the affected neighbourhoods.