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Heavy Rains Sweep India; Gujarat, Madhya Maharashtra Under Red Alert
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🗓 31 Jul 2026, 08:42 PM
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Intense rainfall has struck India from north to south, prompting the Indian Meteorological Department to issue a red alert for Gujarat and Madhya Maharashtra.
Intense rainfall has been reported across India, affecting regions from the northern states down to the southern coast.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the states of Gujarat and Madhya Maharashtra, indicating the highest level of precaution.
The red alert warns of potential flash floods, landslides, and severe damage to infrastructure. Authorities in the affected areas have urged residents to stay indoors and avoid low-lying areas.
Meteorologists predict that the heavy showers will continue for the next 24 to 48 hours, with the possibility of further rainfall over the western and central parts of the country.
Emergency services are on standby, and the IMD advises citizens to follow official updates on weather conditions and to prepare for possible disruptions to transportation and power supplies.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the states of Gujarat and Madhya Maharashtra, indicating the highest level of precaution.
The red alert warns of potential flash floods, landslides, and severe damage to infrastructure. Authorities in the affected areas have urged residents to stay indoors and avoid low-lying areas.
Meteorologists predict that the heavy showers will continue for the next 24 to 48 hours, with the possibility of further rainfall over the western and central parts of the country.
Emergency services are on standby, and the IMD advises citizens to follow official updates on weather conditions and to prepare for possible disruptions to transportation and power supplies.