Jaipur News: A 200-foot section of the historic Amer Fort wall collapsed on Saturday afternoon after continuous heavy rainfall lashed the region. The incident occurred around 2 pm, sending a large section of the wall tumbling into heaps of debris. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, though a motorcycle and an e-rickshaw parked nearby were damaged.

Visuals released by PTI showed torrents of rainwater streaming down the centuries-old structure moments before the wall gave way. Authorities swiftly barricaded the affected zone to prevent any accidents.

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The Indian Express report cited Officials from the State Archaeological Department as explaining that the wall, located near the Amber Palace, was not part of the original fortification. It had been constructed in the 1990s as a safety measure when elephant rides were introduced, mainly to protect elephants from slipping off the hillside. Continuous downpour, they said, weakened the structure and led to its collapse. An assessment is now underway, and the wall is expected to be rebuilt.

Dr Rakesh Chholak, Superintendent of Amer Palace, confirmed that the collapsed portion was situated at Rambagh, near the Jwala Mata Temple. As a precaution, elephant rides at the fort have been suspended until further notice to ensure the safety of animals and tourists.

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Amer Fort, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site, remains one of Rajasthan’s most popular tourist landmarks, attracting thousands of visitors daily. 

Meanwhile, Jaipur and several other districts across Rajasthan continue to grapple with heavy rains. Kota, Bundi, Sawai Madhopur and Tonk are among the worst-hit, with flooding reported in low-lying areas. Roads and railway tracks have been submerged, cutting off access to many villages.

Rescue and relief operations are being carried out by the Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), particularly in Kota, where the situation has been described as critical.

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