Monsoon activity intensified across Gujarat on Friday, with southern districts witnessing significant rainfall. As per official records for the 24-hour period ending at 6 am on June 20, Valsad district emerged as the most affected, where Vapi taluka recorded the highest rainfall at 6.8 inches.
Several other talukas in Valsad experienced heavy showers, including Pardi with 130 mm, Kaprada at 115 mm, Dharampur receiving 108 mm, and Umbergaon measuring 99 mm. In Navsari district, Khergam taluka registered 98 mm of rain, while Hansot in Bharuch district followed closely with 91 mm. Olpad taluka in Surat district logged 89 mm during the same period.
In areas along the tribal belt, Vaghai in Dangs district recorded 87 mm, Valia in Bharuch reported 79 mm, and Surat&rsquo;s Umarpada saw 72 mm. Rainfall activity extended across more than 101 talukas throughout the state, with the heaviest precipitation concentrated in the southern and eastern parts.
Out of these, 28 talukas recorded rainfall exceeding one inch. These included Vapi, Pardi, Kaprada, Dharampur, Umbergaon, Khergam, Hansot, Olpad, Vaghai, Valia, Umarpada, Mangrol, Valsad, Dang-Ahwa, Subir, Kamrej, Bardoli, Ankleshvar, Vansada, Chikhli, Kukarmunda, Vyara, Netrang, Surat City, Dediapada, Palsana, Garbada, and Valod.
The India Meteorological Department has indicated that monsoon activity is expected to persist in various parts of Gujarat over the next few days.
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Widespread monsoon rain drenched southern Gujarat as 28 talukas recorded over an inch of rainfall.

Over 100 Talukas Receive Rainfall Across Gujarat

Widespread monsoon rain drenched southern Gujarat as 28 talukas recorded over an inch of rainfall.

June 20, 2025 | 15:03 IST