Severe Rainfall Alert Issued By IMD In Parts Of India As Monsoon Arrives Early. IMD issues severe rainfall alerts as monsoon arrives early in India. Red & orange alerts in multiple states. Check latest updates, warnings, and safety tips.
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Severe Rainfall Alert Issued By IMD In Parts Of India As Monsoon Arrives Early
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued severe rainfall alerts across multiple states as the 2025 monsoon arrives earlier than expected. The southwest monsoon covered the entire country by June 29, nine days ahead of its usual schedule — one of the fastest progressions since 1960.
As a result, red and orange weather alerts have been issued for many regions due to heavy rainfall, cloudbursts, and the risk of flash floods and landslides.
🚨 States Under Severe Rainfall Alert
The IMD has issued warnings for the following states:
- Red Alert: Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh
- Orange Alert: Punjab, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Chandigarh
- Yellow Alert: Delhi and parts of Eastern India
🔴 Cloudburst in Uttarakhand Triggers Landslide
In Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, a cloudburst near Silai Band on the Barkot-Yamunotri road led to massive landslides. So far, nine people have gone missing, while 20 others have been rescued. Rescue operations are ongoing under challenging conditions.
🌧️ Orange Alert in Punjab
Punjab districts including Patiala, Sangrur, Ludhiana, Rupnagar and more witnessed intense rainfall. Chandigarh received 119.5 mm of rain in the past 24 hours. IMD warns of further heavy downpours in the next 48 hours.
🌧️ Delhi Receives Early Monsoon Showers
Delhi saw early monsoon showers in areas like Vasant Kunj, Malviya Nagar, Mehrauli, and Tughlakabad, bringing respite from the scorching heat. The minimum temperature dropped to 26.8°C, slightly below normal.
A yellow alert has been issued for Delhi, with light to moderate rainfall, gusty winds, and lightning expected in the next 24 hours.
🆘 Jharkhand School Flooding Incident
In Jharkhand, 162 students were trapped in a private residential school in East Singhbhum due to waterlogging. Thanks to prompt action by the local police and administration, all students were safely rescued.
🌧️ Northeast India Weather Forecast (July 2–5)
Very heavy rainfall is expected to continue over the northeastern states, including:
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Assam and Meghalaya
- Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura
People are advised to remain cautious and follow all guidelines issued by local authorities.
🛑 IMD Advisory for the Public
- Avoid unnecessary travel in red and orange alert zones
- Stay updated via official IMD forecasts
- Keep emergency kits ready
- Charge mobile phones and ensure power backups
- Follow instructions issued by district administrations
Conclusion
The early arrival of the monsoon may bring temporary relief from the summer heat, but it also increases the risk of floods, landslides, and accidents. The IMD’s severe rainfall alert is a warning that must be taken seriously. Citizens are advised to stay indoors, stay informed, and stay safe during this active monsoon phase.