NEW DELHI — Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall continues to batter several parts of India as an active southwest monsoon system sweeps across the northern, eastern, and southern corridors of the country. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued high-level alerts for multiple states, warning of potential flash floods, landslides in hilly terrains, and urban inundation in low-lying areas.

Among the hardest-hit regions, Uttarakhand, Assam, Kerala, and Odisha are brace for relentless downpours over the coming days, with severe weather conditions disrupting daily life and transportation routes.

Red and Orange Alerts Issued Across Key States

According to the latest IMD weather bulletin, intense monsoon activity driven by upper-air cyclonic circulations and active trough lines is causing widespread precipitation across major geographic belts:

  • Northeast India (Assam & Meghalaya): The IMD has placed Assam and Meghalaya under severe weather alerts following continuous torrential rainfall. Local authorities warn of rising river levels and heightened risk of flash floods across low-lying districts.

  • North India (Uttarakhand & Himalayan Belt): Mountainous districts in Uttarakhand face an elevated threat of landslides, mudslides, and sudden river surges. Continuous rainfall has prompted disaster response teams to monitor vulnerable stretches along major pilgrimage routes.

  • South Peninsular India (Kerala): Coastal and interior districts of Kerala are experiencing widespread spells of heavy rain accompanied by strong surface winds and thunderstorm activity. Fishermen have been strongly advised against venturing into deep sea waters off the southwestern coastline due to rough sea conditions.

  • Eastern Coast (Odisha & West Bengal): Active monsoon troughs over the Bay of Bengal have triggered persistent downpours across Odisha, Jharkhand, and Gangetic West Bengal, with localized heavy to very heavy rainfall expected to persist.

  • IMD Advisory & Safety Measures

  • Disaster management authorities across all affected states have been put on high alert to handle potential emergencies. The weather agency has advised residents in vulnerable areas to:

    1. Avoid Travel in Hilly Terrain: Minimize unnecessary transit along landslide-prone corridors in Uttarakhand and north-eastern hill states.

    2. Beware of Waterlogged Roads: Commuters in urban centers should check local traffic advisories before traveling to avoid flooded underpasses.

    3. Adhere to Coastal Advisories: Fishermen and coastal communities in Kerala and Odisha should adhere strictly to marine safety warnings until sea conditions stabilize.

    The weather department expects active monsoon conditions to persist through the weekend, with periodic updates provided via national disaster monitoring channels.