Bhopal, June 27 – The monsoon continues to lash Madhya Pradesh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing heavy to very heavy rainfall alerts for several districts. Due to a cyclonic circulation over northeast Madhya Pradesh and a trough line extending from the northeast Arabian Sea through Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh to the Bay of Bengal, intense rainfall is expected to persist over the region.
Orange Alert for Jhabua and Alirajpur
The IMD has placed Jhabua and Alirajpur districts under an orange alert for extremely heavy rainfall, warning that up to 8 inches (around 200 mm) of rain could fall within 24 hours. This could lead to localized flooding, waterlogging, and disruption of connectivity in low-lying areas.
Heavy Rain Expected in 10 Districts
Apart from Jhabua and Alirajpur, heavy rainfall is likely in the following districts:
Rajgarh
Vidisha
Raisen
Sagar
Damoh
Seoni
Umaria
Dindori
Mandla
Balaghat
These regions are likely to experience continuous downpours, potentially causing minor flooding and traffic disruptions.
Yellow Alert for Major Cities
A yellow alert has been issued for other key urban centers like Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Jabalpur, and Gwalior, where moderate rainfall is expected.
The active low-pressure systems are likely to persist through the weekend, with rainfall activity covering more than half of the state.
Thursday’s Rainfall Snapshot
On June 26, over 25 districts recorded rainfall, with Indore receiving the highest at nearly 1.75 inches (44 mm). Other notable figures:
Jabalpur – 1.7 inches
Sagar, Ratlam, Chhindwara – approx. 1.25 inches
Widespread showers were also reported in Bhopal, Vidisha, Dhar, Raisen, Mandsaur, Betul, Guna, and Narmadapuram.
Heavy rains disrupted daily life in many areas. In Begumganj (Raisen district), a mud house collapsed, injuring a family of five who were rushed to a hospital. Waterlogging blocked Sultanpur Road, disconnecting 50 villages from the main city.
Temperature Drop Across the State
Due to continued rainfall, day temperatures have dipped significantly in many districts, bringing much-needed respite from the earlier heat but also raising concerns about infrastructure and safety in flood-prone zones.
Public Advisory
Authorities have advised residents in affected areas to:
Avoid travel in low-lying or waterlogged zones
Stay indoors during heavy rain and thunderstorms
Keep emergency kits ready in case of flooding
Report damage or blocked roads to local disaster management teams
The IMD continues to monitor the weather systems and will update warnings as needed.
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