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IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert for Delhi and Maharashtra Amid Rising Storm Threat
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🗓 06 Sep 2026, 04:37 PM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall in Delhi and Maharashtra, urging residents to take precautions as storms approach.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for the National Capital Region and the state of Maharashtra, signalling an increased risk of flooding and road disruptions.
Under the alert, the IMD forecasts rainfall amounts of 50–80 mm in Delhi and up to 120 mm in parts of Maharashtra, with the potential for localized flash floods.
Residents are advised to stay indoors, avoid non-essential travel, and keep emergency supplies ready. Local authorities have been notified to mobilise water‑rescue teams and clear drainage systems.
The alert is part of the broader monsoon activity expected to intensify across the country over the next few days.
Under the alert, the IMD forecasts rainfall amounts of 50–80 mm in Delhi and up to 120 mm in parts of Maharashtra, with the potential for localized flash floods.
Residents are advised to stay indoors, avoid non-essential travel, and keep emergency supplies ready. Local authorities have been notified to mobilise water‑rescue teams and clear drainage systems.
The alert is part of the broader monsoon activity expected to intensify across the country over the next few days.