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Heavy Rain Alerts Issued for 20 Districts as Rajasthan Braces for Monsoon Until Sep 17
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 15 Sep 2026, 08:31 AM
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The state meteorological department has warned of continued rainfall across Rajasthan until September 17, with heavy showers reported in Dongarpur‑Banswara and alerts active in 20 districts.
The Rajasthan State Disaster Management Authority, citing the India Meteorological Department, announced that a spell of rain will persist across the state until September 17. An official alert has been issued for twenty districts, urging residents to stay prepared for further downpours.
In the southern part of the state, the Dongarpur‑Banswara region experienced intense rainfall early this morning, with local officials reporting sudden waterlogging on roads and minor disruptions to daily activities.
Meanwhile, western Rajasthan is witnessing a sharp rise in temperature, with readings climbing to 40 °C in several districts. The contrast between extreme heat and localized heavy rain has prompted warnings about possible heat‑related health issues and flash‑flood risks.
Authorities have advised the public to avoid non‑essential travel in affected areas, keep emergency kits ready, and stay updated through official channels for any further advisories.
In the southern part of the state, the Dongarpur‑Banswara region experienced intense rainfall early this morning, with local officials reporting sudden waterlogging on roads and minor disruptions to daily activities.
Meanwhile, western Rajasthan is witnessing a sharp rise in temperature, with readings climbing to 40 °C in several districts. The contrast between extreme heat and localized heavy rain has prompted warnings about possible heat‑related health issues and flash‑flood risks.
Authorities have advised the public to avoid non‑essential travel in affected areas, keep emergency kits ready, and stay updated through official channels for any further advisories.