Cyclone Dana caused heavy rains in Kolkata, making Chhatim trees shed their fragrant flowers. This event provided relief to those suffering from allergies and asthma. The flowers, known for their strong scent, were affecting residents’ breathing. The shedding of flowers has helped ease the situation for sensitive individuals in affected areas.

The National Conference did not attend the event, nor did People’s Conference leader Sajad Gani Lone and CPI(M) leader Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami, who said the administration went ahead with the programme despite people “clearly voting” against it

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the jawans that because of their vigil at the Indo-Pakistan border in Gujarat, no one has the courage to look towards Kachchh