Relentless rain triggers floods, cripples normal life in Gujarat's Surat; 9 dead

At least nine people have died in rain-related incidents in Gujarat's Surat district over the past few days as relentless monsoon showers triggered flood-like conditions, widespread waterlogging and disrupted normal life. Water inundated homes, shops and commercial complexes, including ground-floor establishments at Poddar Arcade in Varachha, while public transport and city bus services were severely affected. Officials said more than 3,400 people were rescued and over 3,800 shifted from low-lying areas as authorities responded to the crisis.