The people of Gujarat have once again demonstrated that nothing can dampen their love for Garba, as residents of Vadodara were captured on video performing the dance in knee-deep water. Likely recorded during Janmashtami celebrations, the video has since gone viral.
The footage showcases a lively group of individuals—ranging from teens to adults—dancing in perfect harmony despite the flooded streets. With the vibrant beats of Garba music filling the air, they executed traditional steps, turning the waterlogged roads into an impromptu dance floor.
In the same video, another group of people can be seen gearing up for the Dahi-Handi celebrations, a customary event during Janmashtami. The video has garnered widespread attention, including from industrialist Anand Mahindra, who shared it on X (formerly Twitter) with the caption, “Gujarat aur Garba, Ek gazab ka rishta…Unstoppable.” The post quickly gained popularity, with many applauding the people of Gujarat for their resilience and deep-rooted love for their traditions.
Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings about a new weather system—a well-marked low-pressure area originating from the Bay of Bengal—expected to affect Gujarat starting September 1. This system could bring heavy to very heavy rainfall across various parts of the state.
According to the IMD, Navsari and Valsad might experience heavy rains on Sunday, while Vadodara and Chhota Udepur could see intense downpours on Monday. By Tuesday, the storm system is predicted to cause heavy rainfall in Anand, Panchmahal, Dahod, Bharuch, Bhavnagar, and Narmada, with very heavy rain likely to persist in Narmada and Bharuch on Wednesday.
Additionally, the deep depression currently hovering over Gujarat has intensified into a cyclonic storm named ‘Asna,’ positioned near the Kutch coast. Moving west-northwestward at a speed of 6 km/h, the storm adds further concern for the already inundated regions.
