IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alerts Across India; Telangana, Jharkhand on High Alert
IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alerts Across India; Telangana, Jharkhand on High Alert
IN · Published Sep 24, 2026
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across several regions of India on Friday, with heavy to very heavy showers expected in Telangana, East Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, East Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Bihar, and Odisha. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are also likely in these areas. Telangana is expected to experience extremely heavy rainfall, while East Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and East Madhya Pradesh may see very heavy rain at isolated locations. Rainfall activity is also predicted to intensify in Delhi, Haryana, and Chandigarh, with isolated to scattered showers expected through September
• A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is contributing to the heavy rainfall in West Bengal, with significant impacts expected until Saturday morning.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall poses risks of localised flooding, waterlogging, and disruptions to daily life in affected areas. Telangana, under an extremely heavy rainfall alert, may face severe impacts, including potential damage to infrastructure. Jharkhand is under an 'orange' alert, with districts like Ranchi, Khunti, and Gumla expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea along the West Bengal and Odisha coasts due to squally weather and wind speeds of 55-65 km/h. Thunderstorms and gusty winds may also lead to power outages and tree damage in several regions.

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