IMD Warns of Heavy Rainfall Across India Till August 29
IMD Warns of Heavy Rainfall Across India Till August 29
IN · Published Aug 24, 2026
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall across several parts of India, with isolated extremely heavy rainfall expected in Odisha on August
A low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal, combined with a monsoon trough and upper-air circulations, is driving this weather pattern. States such as Chhattisgarh, East Madhya Pradesh, East Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, and Vidarbha are also expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. Additionally, Delhi, Haryana, and West Uttar Pradesh are forecast to receive isolated heavy rainfall on August 23, while East Uttar Pradesh is likely to see fairly widespread rainfall through August

Impact & Risks

The IMD has highlighted a low to moderate risk of flash floods in parts of Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand. Saturated soils and low-lying areas in these regions may experience runoff, inundation, and localised flooding. Farmers are advised to prepare for potential waterlogging, which could impact agricultural activities. Urban areas may also face disruptions due to heavy rainfall, particularly in regions with poor drainage systems. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand face a low flash flood risk as well.

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