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Hindustan Times
21 hours ago
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Chandigarh tricity crumbles on wettest June day in 52 yrs
With 119.5 mm rain recorded till 8.30 am on Sunday, Chandigarh saw its wettest June day since 1973 even as waterlogging, road cave-ins and tree collapses brought the tricity to its knees. Part of a road under construction near Sector 26 police lines collapses due to heavy overnight rain. (Keshav Singh/HT) India Meteorological Department (IMD) officials said chances of heavy rain will continue over the next two days and issued an orange alert for Monday. As per the IMD, which started keeping records for the city in 1954, Chandigarh's wettest day ever was on June 18, 1974, when 146.4 mm rain was recorded. While June marks the onset of monsoon, it rarely sees such a downpour, which is more common in July, August and September. IMD Chandigarh director Surender Paul said there were two major reasons behind it. 'When the monsoon system is still progressing over parts of the country, the system isn't as strong as it is in the central or southern parts of the country. But this time, the system moved northwards, which affected the whole region lying in the foothills of Himalayas, including Chandigarh.' He added that a Western Disturbance (WD) was also active in the region though it wasn't very active. But combined with the monsoon system, it led to heavy rain. The IMD has sounded an orange alert for the city on Monday, which asks people to stay alert and be prepared. The downpour brought the maximum temperature down by three notches – from 33.9°C on Saturday to 30.2°C on Sunday, 6.1 degrees below normal. The minimum dropped from 23.8°C on Saturday to 23.6°C on Sunday, three degrees below normal. Over the next three days, the maximum temperature will remain between 32°C and 33°C while the minimum temperature will remain between 25°C and 26°C. Choked road gullies sink UT Like every year, Chandigarh again failed to cope with the downpour as choked gullies led to waterlogging across Madhya Marg, all internal sector roads, Chandigarh-Panchkula Road near Housing Board lights, and in Colonies No. 4 and 5. The worst-affected areas, where knee-deep water was witnessed, included the road from Attawa village to Sector 35, Sectors 43, 44, 45, Sector 22, Palsora village, Burail, and Sector 29's Iron Market. In Sector 16, water entered homes, while shops in Khejeri village and Sector 38 were also inundated. MC chief engineer Sanjay Arora said, 'I have already sought reports from the executive engineers on the waterlogging in their respective areas. Once we receive the reports, preventive measures will be planned accordingly.' According to records, the department hired only 100 workers to clean 30,000 road gullies across the city. However, residents allege that most storm drains, especially those in the southern sectors, remain uncleared. This, despite an annual allocation of ₹ 9 crore for the maintenance of the sewerage and drainage system. Satish Khosla, general secretary of the welfare association, MIG Houses, Sector 40-C, said, 'It was a flood-like situation in our sector, and this is not the first time. Every year, the authorities clean the gullies only on the main roads, neglecting V-6 (internal) roads. This causes flooding inside the sectors.' Meanwhile, two trees were uprooted in Sectors 22 and 32 due to the storm. On the Sector 22/23 dividing road, a tree fell on a wall, causing it to collapse. No injuries were reported. Fire tenders called in to pump out water in Mohali Mohali was no better with residents at many places having to call fire tenders to pump out water from the streets. The worst-hit localities were in Phase 3B2, 4, 5, 7, 11, and Sectors 70 and 71. In Phases 3B2, 4, 5, 7, and 11, water even entered homes. Roads in various parts of the Industrial Area turned into streams, with over one-ft water reported in Phases 7 and 8. Traffic jams were reported across the district due to water accumulation. The situation was equally grim in Zirakpur, Kharar, and Nayagaon, where several roads were submerged. In Nayagaon, water entered houses, causing major inconvenience to the residents. City mayor Amarjeet Singh Sidhu admitted that poor drainage infrastructure was a major concern. 'Around four months ago, we conducted a survey to identify faults in the stormwater drainage system. We need ₹ 200 crore to address these issues, but despite repeated communications, the local bodies department has not responded,' he said. He added that the survey indicated that stormwater could be diverted to choes (seasonal rivulets) in Balongi, Lakhnaur, near YPS, and Kambali. Deputy Mayor Kuljeet Singh Bedi pointed out the impact of airport road construction. 'Due to the airport road project, the natural flow of stormwater has been obstructed. We are working on channeling the water through Patiala Ki Rao to ease the situation,' he said. Former SAD councillor Surinder Singh criticized the civic body's preparedness. 'Every time it rains heavily, residents live in fear. Rainwater entering houses in most sectors shows how unprepared the authorities are,' he said. Even planned areas like Aerocity weren't spared. Vacant plots were waterlogged, prompting criticism from locals. Vinod Sharma, President of the Aerocity Welfare Society, said, 'On one hand, GMADA is penalizing plot owners for non-construction, but on the other, there's no sign of regular maintenance. Water is accumulating on nearly all vacant plots.' With monsoon rains intensifying, residents are demanding urgent intervention and long-term solutions from the administration.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Heavy rains lash Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand; IMD issues red and orange alerts
As the southwest monsoons have hit the Indian subcontinent, northern states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are lashed by heavy rains, with the India Meteorological Department(IMD) issuing red and orange alerts for both. IMD had forecasted prevailing wet conditions in both states for the next few days.(Keshav Singh/ Hindustan Times) The Shimla meteorological centre on Sunday issued a red alert for heavy rains across Bilapsur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Sirmaur, Una, Kullu and Chamba districts. The Dehradun Meteorological Centre had earlier predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall for Jun 29 and 30. It has issued a red alert for Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Dehradun, Tehri, Pauri, Nainital, Champawat, Udham Singh Nagar, and Haridwar districts. An orange alert has been issued for the remaining districts of the state. What restrictions are the states seeing? In Himachal Pradesh, railway movements along the Shimla-Kalka line were also suspended after boulders and trees fell on the tracks following overnight rains. Koti on the Shimla-Kalka National Highway (NH-5), connecting Shimla and Chandigarh, was hit by an earthquake, damaging stretches of the road. This triggered a traffic jam, which lasted for hours. Police teams later cleared the debris and facilitated traffic movement on the highway. In Solan, the road to Himuda Complex, Mandhala, and Bagguwala has been closed, after it was washed away. Bald River in the Baddi area of the district is on surge, accompanied by a threat of damage in the surrounding areas, where water up to four feet has reportedly entered several houses. In Uttarakhand, 'Roads might be closed to prevent landslide-related disasters, which will affect movement, ' said Dr. Vikram Singh, IMD Dehradun director. People are advised to travel only if required and avoid unnecessary movements. The Yamunotri National Highway in Uttarkashi district, is blocked by debris after being hit by a landslide, which was triggered by a cloudburst. The calamity claimed two labourers' lives who were working at a hotel construction site along the highway. Search operations are underway for the missing ones. How is Himachal and Uttarakhand's weather for the next few days? As fierce downpour continues in both states, warnings of landslides, water logging, damage to vulnerable structures, traffic congestion and disruption in essential services have been issued. In Himachal Pradesh, high flash flood risk persists in parts of Bilaspur, Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Sirmaur, and Una till Jun 30. IMD has issued an orange warning of heavy to very heavy rains in isolated areas of the state on Monday and predicted a wet spell in the state till July 5. In Uttarakhand, the upcoming days will also be marked with a significant rise in water levels in the rivers, lakes, reservoirs and other water bodies, Singh said. He also urged people residing in vulnerable and low-lying areas, to be watchful, especially during the later hours of the day, and evacuate accordingly. Rainfall in Uttarakhand might see a negligible decline on July 1, as heavy downpours are predicted to continue in the state. Here, the IMD has issued an orange alert too, for July 1 and 2. What do IMD's red and orange alerts imply? Red and orange alerts are IMD's first and second levels in its four-tier warning system. A red alert represents the most severe weather warnings, indicating extremely heavy rainfall over 204.5 mm within 24 hours, posing a significant threat to life and property. The orange alert follows with comparatively lesser rainfall, with preparations for possible transportation disruptions, power outages, and landslides.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Chandigarh: Weak monsoon system behind no rain over past few days, says MeT
Jun 28, 2025 08:16 AM IST Residents can expect a downpour in the next two-three days, India Meteorological Department officials said on Friday. Over the next three days, the maximum temperature will remain between 32°C and 34°C while minimum temperature will remain between 26°C and 28°C. (Keshav Singh/HT) Though monsoon was declared on June 24, the city has barely seen any rain since then. 'This is because monsoon winds and clouds were getting weakened by the time they reached the city,' said IMD Chandigarh director Surender Paul. 'This will, however, change in the next two-three days as a new system is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal around Sunday which will strengthen the monsoon system. Further, we are expecting a Western Disturbance (WD) also to affect the region around the same time. So chances of rain are likely to rise from Sunday,' he added. Amid sunny conditions, the maximum temperature rose from 36.6°C on Thursday to 37.2°C on Friday, one degree above normal. The minimum temperature rose from 26.8°C on Thursday to 29.2°C on Friday, 2.6 degrees above normal. Over the next three days, the maximum temperature will remain between 32°C and 34°C while minimum temperature will remain between 26°C and 28°C.
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
CBSE Result 2025 News Live: List of websites to check 10th, 12th marks when out
CBSE Result 2025 News Live: Websites to check 10th, 12th marks when announced (Keshav Singh/HT) CBSE 10th, 12th Result 2025 News Live: The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to announce Class 10th, 12th board exam result date and time soon. When announced, students can check their results on the board's official website, To check the CBSE 10th result, students need to use their roll numbers, school numbers, admit card IDs and dates of birth. ...Read More Some other websites where students can check their board exam results are- and In addition, students can use DigiLocker and UMANG mobile apps to check their results. This year, CBSE's Class 10 board exams started on February 15 and ended on March 1. Papers were held in single shifts, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm on all exam days. The board conducted the Class 12 board examination from February 15 to April 4, 2025. The exam was conducted in single shifts from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm on all days. Recently, the CBSE announced a change in its post-result activities, allowing students to obtain photocopies of answer sheets before applying for verification/re-evaluation. In the previous system, students applied for verification of marks first, followed by applying for photocopies of answer sheets and then re-evaluation of their results. According to CBSE the new system will allow students to see their answer sheets before applying for re-checking which will give them clarity on the marks awarded, specific comments and any errors made. 'A candidate after obtaining photocopy of evaluated answer book in the first step can decide whether to opt for Verification of marks which entails posting/totaling of marks or any unevaluated questions or Re-evaluation whereby the candidate requests for re-evaluation of a question or questions thereof. A candidate can apply for either Verification of marks or Re-evaluation or both as per due procedure after obtaining-photocopy of answer book,' CBSE said. Follow all the updates here: May 12, 2025 8:50 AM IST CBSE 10th, 12th Result 2025 News Live: When declared, students can check CBSE board exam results at In addition, the result will be available on the following websites- and
