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IMD predicts heavy rain across Jharkhand from Aug 29
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 12:49 PM
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The India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast of heavy rainfall for several districts of Jharkhand starting on August 29.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rain in multiple parts of Jharkhand beginning on August 29. The outlook covers several districts across the state and indicates that rainfall intensity will be higher than the normal monsoon pattern for that period.
Meteorologists say the system is likely to be driven by a deepening low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, which will push moisture-laden winds inland. Residents in the affected zones are advised to stay vigilant, secure loose objects, and avoid non-essential travel if conditions deteriorate.
State authorities have been alerted and are expected to issue timely warnings through local media and disaster management channels. The public is urged to follow official advisories, keep emergency kits ready, and cooperate with any evacuation or relief measures if they become necessary.
Meteorologists say the system is likely to be driven by a deepening low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, which will push moisture-laden winds inland. Residents in the affected zones are advised to stay vigilant, secure loose objects, and avoid non-essential travel if conditions deteriorate.
State authorities have been alerted and are expected to issue timely warnings through local media and disaster management channels. The public is urged to follow official advisories, keep emergency kits ready, and cooperate with any evacuation or relief measures if they become necessary.