IMD Red Alert for Heavy Rain has put several parts of India on heightened weather watch, with heavy to very heavy rainfall forecast in parts of the country.
The latest warnings also include thunderstorms and lightning in some regions.
The India Meteorological Department has issued state-wise warnings covering different rainfall intensities, with conditions expected to vary across regions over the coming days.
IMD Red Alert for Heavy Rain in Several States
According to the latest IMD warning, parts of Uttar Pradesh are among the areas facing significant rainfall activity.
East Uttar Pradesh was warned of heavy rain on September 27, while West Uttar Pradesh was warned of very heavy rain along with thunderstorm and lightning activity.
The warning follows extremely heavy rainfall reported for parts of both eastern and western Uttar Pradesh on September 26.
The IMD forecast indicates that the warning conditions are expected to ease after September 27.
Rain and Thunderstorms Remain a Concern
The weather system is also affecting other parts of central and eastern India. Recent IMD forecasts have indicated rainfall and thunderstorm activity across several regions, with isolated heavy rainfall possible in areas including Madhya Pradesh and neighbouring states.
The IMD’s warning system classifies rainfall threats according to expected intensity and also highlights hazards such as thunderstorms, lightning and squalls. Conditions can differ considerably between districts within the same state.
States Under Weather Watch
Madhya Pradesh is among the areas where rainfall activity is being monitored.
The IMD forecast indicates isolated heavy rainfall in East Madhya Pradesh on September 27, while West Madhya Pradesh is expected to experience rainfall activity during the September 27–30 period.
Other regions, including parts of Odisha, Vidarbha, Gangetic West Bengal and Chhattisgarh, are also included in the broader rainfall outlook for different dates.
The intensity and timing of rainfall are expected to vary by region.
What People Should Watch For
People in areas covered by heavy-rain and thunderstorm warnings should follow local weather advisories and take precautions during periods of lightning or intense rainfall.
The IMD updates its warnings as weather systems develop, so residents and travellers should check the latest district-level forecast before making plans, particularly in areas under heavy or very heavy rainfall alerts.
