Bhopal, July 15 : The monsoon has made a strong impact in Madhya Pradesh this year, with rainfall continuing across most parts of the state. In districts like Jabalpur, Rewa, Shahdol, Sagar, Mandla, Sheopur, Seoni, Umaria, and Chhatarpur, consistent rainfall over the past week has triggered flood-like situations. On Monday, several villages and areas in Sheopur were submerged, with water entering homes, shops, and even hospitals. Meanwhile, the Narmada River is currently flowing above the danger mark.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for 17 districts on Tuesday, warning of continued downpours.
Weather Pattern and Rainfall Figures
Meteorologist Arun Sharma explained that a monsoon trough is currently passing through Madhya Pradesh, coupled with an active low-pressure area, resulting in widespread rainfall. This intense spell is expected to continue for the next four days, through July 18.
Since the monsoon’s onset on June 16, the state has already received 50% of its seasonal rainfall quota, averaging 18 inches. Some areas have even surpassed this — Niwari has received 103% of its quota, while Mandla and Tikamgarh have reached 75%.
On Monday alone, Mandla recorded 2 inches of rain in just 9 hours, Khargone received 1.5 inches, while Tikamgarh and Umaria logged half an inch each. The rainfall continued across Bhopal, Datia, Guna, Gwalior, Indore, Ratlam, Sheopur, Shivpuri, Ujjain, Chhindwara, Jabalpur, Khajuraho, Sagar, Seoni, Sidhi, Balaghat, Sehore, Shajapur, Agar Malwa, Dewas, Rajgarh, and Vidisha.
Rivers Swell, Dams Overflow, Roads Blocked
In Shivpuri, the Atal Sagar (Madikheda) Dam witnessed a rapid rise in water level, prompting officials to open six gates on Monday, releasing around 1,500 cusecs of water.
In Sheopur’s Vijaypur, the swelling Kwari River forced the closure of the road to Agra, effectively cutting off access. Baroda also witnessed flood-like conditions, with water entering homes, shops, and the local hospital. In the Rannod area of Shivpuri, many homes were flooded, severely impacting daily life.
In Mandla, a short burst of intense rain led to flooding in houses and shops. Meanwhile, Bhopal also experienced a heavy downpour by Monday afternoon.
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