Monsoon Alert: Heavy Rain Inundates Central and Northwest India

The India Meteorological Department predicts very heavy rainfall across Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and other parts of northwest India over the next week. Central areas like Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are also expected to face intense rain, warranting alerts for potential flooding.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall over several Indian states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, over the coming week. This anticipated weather pattern is part of a broader seasonal monsoon activity affecting central and northwest India.

According to IMD, heavy rain is likely to sweep across central India, impacting regions such as Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat. The northeast will not be spared, with isolated areas potentially receiving significant downpours.

IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra emphasized the importance of monitoring river catchment areas prone to flooding, such as those in Uttarakhand and Haryana. Necessary precautions should be taken given the probability of above-normal rain, particularly in regions with vulnerable waterways.

(With inputs from agencies.)