Monsoon Fury: Rajasthan Drenched, Life Disrupted

The southwest monsoon has caused significant disruption across Rajasthan, with heavy rainfall recorded in several areas. The highest amount was in Jalore with 136.5 mm, leading to waterlogging in towns and cities. The meteorological department warns that heavy rainfall will continue in many regions for the coming days.

The southwest monsoon continues to batter Rajasthan, severely affecting normal life across several regions. On Thursday, heavy rainfall was recorded, with Jalore experiencing the most at 136.5 mm, according to the Jaipur Meteorological Centre.

Apart from Jalore, other areas such as Sikar (22 mm), Vanasthali (19 mm), Jhunjhunu (18.5 mm), and Jodhpur (17.3 mm) also witnessed substantial downpours. The intense and continuous rain has led to waterlogging in multiple low-lying areas, particularly in eastern Rajasthan.

Forecasters with the Met department indicate that monsoon activities will persist across Kota, Ajmer, Jaipur, Bharatpur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Bikaner divisions over the next few days, with potential for heavy to very heavy rainfall in certain locations.

(With inputs from agencies.)