Pune, Maharashtra (June 19, 2025):Pune, Maharashtra (June 19, 2025): A devotee was rescued from the flooded Indrayani River in Alandi on Thursday after heavy rainfall hit the region since morning. The rescue was carried out by the National Disaster Response Force. A video of the operation has surfaced and is being widely shared on social media. The incident took place around noon when the devotee was swept away by a strong current. He managed to hold on to a tree near the old bridge. The Alandi Municipal Council and NDRF team responded swiftly and pulled him out safely. He was later taken to Alandi Rural Hospital for treatment
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Rainfall stayed heavy across the Indrayani river basin. Areas like Maval and Lonavala saw strong showers. In Alandi, the Indrayani River overflowed after heavy rain during the night. It crossed the danger level and flooded the entire ghat area. Municipal Chief Officer Madhav Khandekar had asked devotees to stay out of the river for their safety. Still, some people entered the flooded water for ritual bathing.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall alert for Pune. As the Ashadhi Wari procession begins from Dehu and Alandi, NDRF teams have been placed along the Indrayani River as a safety measure.