adverse weather

The India Meteorological Department has issued an Orange alert for Uttarakhand on May 12-13, forecasting rainfall and adverse weather, especially in hilly regions. Authorities are urging Char Dham pilgrims and tourists to stay informed, exercise caution, and consider postponing travel until conditions improve for safety.

An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Patna made an emergency landing in Lucknow due to adverse weather conditions in Patna. The aircraft, carrying 180 passengers and six crew members, was diverted after being unable to receive landing clearance. The flight later departed for Patna once the weather improved.

IndiGo flight 6E6497 from Delhi to Patna, piloted by MP Rajiv Pratap Rudy, was diverted to Lucknow due to severe weather and turbulence. The aircraft landed safely with 181 passengers. Rudy reassured anxious passengers, calling the diversion a routine safety measure. The flight later continued its journey to Patna after refueling.

East Coast Railway is fast-tracking crucial safety upgrades in vulnerable ghat sections like Kothavalasa-Kirandul and Koraput-Rayagada before the monsoon. Measures include installing rockfall barriers, wire mesh, and strengthening tunnels to prevent landslides and ensure uninterrupted train services through challenging terrains. Significant progress has been made in these vital routes.

In a bid to prioritize public safety, officials in Patna are launching a stringent campaign against unsafe boating practices. District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S M has emphasized the need for compliance, issuing bans on overloaded boats and unregistered vessels. Furthermore, nighttime boating has been outlawed, and all vessels must be equipped with vital safety gear.