Heavy monsoon showers continue to affect several parts of India, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue heavy rainfall alerts for 15 states. The weather agency has warned of thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds, flash floods, and landslides in vulnerable regions as the southwest monsoon gains momentum.
States Under Heavy Rain Alert
According to the IMD, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in several states, including:
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Uttarakhand
- Uttar Pradesh
- Bihar
- West Bengal
- Odisha
- Chhattisgarh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Jharkhand
- Delhi
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Rajasthan
- Kerala
Authorities have advised residents in low-lying and landslide-prone areas to remain vigilant and follow local weather advisories.
Flood and Landslide Risk
Mountainous states such as Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Uttarakhand face an elevated risk of:
- Flash floods
- Landslides
- Road blockages
- River swelling
- Disruptions to transport and tourism
Local administrations have placed disaster response teams on standby as rainfall intensity is expected to increase over the coming days.
Central and Eastern India Receive Heavy Downpours
Several parts of Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar have already experienced widespread rainfall.
In Chhattisgarh, exceptionally heavy rainfall caused waterlogging in several districts, with Bilaspur among the worst-affected areas. IMD has also forecast continued heavy rain across central India over the next few days.
Delhi and Northern Plains to See Rainfall
The IMD has forecast spells of rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds over Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana, and parts of Uttar Pradesh. While the rainfall is expected to provide relief from humid conditions, localized waterlogging and traffic disruptions are possible.
IMD Advisories
The weather department has urged people to:
- Avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rain.
- Stay away from flooded roads and rivers.
- Follow official weather warnings.
- Secure loose outdoor objects.
- Be alert for lightning during thunderstorms.
Travelers planning trips to hill stations have also been advised to check the latest weather updates before departure.
Outlook
Meteorologists expect the southwest monsoon to remain active over many parts of the country during the coming days, bringing additional rainfall to northern, central, eastern, and northeastern India. Residents are advised to stay updated through official IMD forecasts and local authorities as weather conditions evolve.