Monsoon Drenches India 8 Days Early, Sparks Chaos In Hill States
The monsoon reached Delhi and western Rajasthan on June 29 and the month ended with 8 per cent above-average rainfall
The southwest monsoon has covered the entire country eight days ahead of schedule, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), bringing both above-normal rainfall and severe disruptions across several states.
The monsoon reached Delhi and western Rajasthan on June 29 and the month ended with 8 per cent above-average rainfall. However, the early arrival has also triggered landslides, flash floods, and infrastructure strain in hill states and parts of the Indo-Gangetic plains.
A low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal is expected to move westward toward Odisha and Jharkhand in the next two days, potentially extending the ongoing rain spell across eastern and central India.
Delhi, Punjab, Haryana
Monsoon showers have brought welcome relief to Delhi-NCR, with maximum temperatures dipping to 32–33°C. However, the IMD has issued a yellow alert, warning of continued rain through July 3. Similar conditions are expected in Punjab and Haryana.
Despite the respite from heat, authorities have urged caution in low-lying and flood-prone areas, particularly with fresh rainfall expected under the influence of the developing low-pressure system over the Bay.
Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra Resumes
The 24-hour ban on the Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra, imposed due to heavy rainfall, was lifted on Monday morning, though Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said if needed, vehicles will be stopped temporarily in areas experiencing adverse weather to ensure pilgrim safety.
Due to heavy rainfall, multiple landslides have been reported across the state. The Badrinath Highway is currently blocked near Gauchar Taldhari after debris and large rocks fell from the hillside, Bhaskar reported.
The Dehradun Meteorological Center has issued a red alert for heavy rain in nine districts—Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Tehri, Pauri, Haridwar, Nainital, Champawat, and Udham Singh Nagar.
Himachal Pradesh on Alert
Himachal Pradesh is witnessing widespread rainfall and the IMD has issued an orange alert in 10 districts, including Shimla, warning of flash floods and landslides.
Roads have been blocked and rail services disrupted in parts of the state, with visuals showing overflowing drains and eroded highways. In Shimla, authorities have advised citizens to stay indoors unless travel is essential.
Uttar Pradesh: Isolated Heavy Rains Continue
In Uttar Pradesh, rains intensified over the weekend, with forecasts of isolated heavy rainfall till July 5. While much of the plains are welcoming the early monsoon, eastern UP and foothill regions are on alert for flash flooding due to rainwater runoff from the Himalayan states.
Local authorities are monitoring vulnerable riverbanks and urban low-lying areas, where waterlogging has begun disrupting daily life.
Odisha & Jharkhand: Low-Pressure System Could Intensify Rains
A low-pressure area developing over the north Bay of Bengal is expected to move toward Odisha and Jharkhand over the next 48 hours, bringing widespread rain, particularly in northern Odisha districts such as Balasore, Mayurbhanj, and Keonjhar.
The IMD has issued alerts for possible localised flooding, and fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea due to rough conditions.
West Bengal: Heavy Coastal Rains Expected
Under the same weather system, West Bengal's coastal and Gangetic regions are already receiving heavy to very heavy rainfall, expected to continue till July 1. The IMD has flagged the possibility of gusty winds and local flooding in districts like South 24 Parganas, Purba Medinipur, and Howrah.
Kerala & Southern States: Monsoon Steady But Uneven
In Kerala, where the monsoon first arrived, rainfall has been near normal overall, though some districts like Wayanad reported shortfalls. Karnataka and coastal Andhra Pradesh are also expected to see moderate to heavy showers, accompanied by squally winds reaching up to 65 km/h, the IMD said.
What Ahead?
With rainfall active across much of the country, and the low-pressure system expected to strengthen, the IMD predicts a continued wet spell in northern, eastern, and central India well into the first week of July. While the early monsoon is aiding agricultural planting, especially in rain-fed zones, authorities are closely watching for further natural hazards in vulnerable areas.
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