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Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Central India as Monsoon Continues on Friday
✍️ India Today
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 11:41 PM
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The India Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rain across central Indian states on Friday as the monsoon remains active.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a heavy‑rain warning for central India on Friday, indicating that monsoon activity will persist across the region.
The alert covers several central states, including Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and parts of Maharashtra, where rainfall could intensify in the afternoon and evening.
Authorities have advised residents to stay alert, avoid non‑essential travel in flood‑prone areas and take precautions to protect property and livestock.
The IMD will continue to monitor the system and provide updates as the situation evolves.
The alert covers several central states, including Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and parts of Maharashtra, where rainfall could intensify in the afternoon and evening.
Authorities have advised residents to stay alert, avoid non‑essential travel in flood‑prone areas and take precautions to protect property and livestock.
The IMD will continue to monitor the system and provide updates as the situation evolves.