Modi in France: PM Modi dials Amit Shah, enquires about flood situation in Delhi
Narendra Modi about the flood-like situation and told him that the water level in the Yamuna is expected to come down in the next 24 hours. In a tweet, the home minister's office said, "PM @narendramodi ji spoke to Union Home Minister @AmitShah over the flood-like situation in parts of Delhi because of the rising water level of the Yamuna river. Amit Shah along with Delhi Lt Governor, briefed PM Modi that the water level is likely to recede in the next twenty four hours, and they are keeping a close watch on the situation along with the Lt Governor of Delhi.
Moreover, a sufficient number of NDRF (National Disaster Response Force) teams have been deployed to conduct rescue and relief operations and help the people in need. Also Read: Indian Railways provides additional stoppages to THESE trains going towards South India. Details here It is worth noting that water from the raging Yamuna river entered into many parts of Delhi causing severe flooding on Thursday.
The flood-like situation threw normal life out of gear and prompted authorities to close all schools and colleges till July 16. Entry of heavy goods vehicles engaged in non-essential services was also banned. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took note of the situation in Delhi from France, where he will be attending the Bastille Day celebration on Friday.
During his ongoing visit, PM Modi made some key announcement to boost ties between India and France. In the recent announcements, PM Modi allowed the five-year student visa to Indian sudents after completing their education in France. Soon, Indians would be able to use UPI for making payments in France.
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