Bhopal, Aug 22
A widespread monsoon surge has gripped Madhya Pradesh, bringing intense rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning across nearly every corner of the state. The Bhopal Centre of the India Meteorological Department has flagged several districts for very heavy rainfall, with Dhar, Ujjain, and Sheopur expected to bear the brunt.
These regions are likely to see torrential downpours accompanied by frequent lightning strikes and gusty winds, posing risks of waterlogging and localised flooding.
Heavy rainfall is also forecast for Rajgarh, Alirajpur, Jhabua, Indore, Ratlam, Dewas, Shajapur, Agar, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Guna, Ashoknagar, Shivpuri, Gwalior, Datia, Bhind, Morena, Singrauli, Anuppur, Dindori, Mandla, and Balaghat. These districts may experience intense spells of rain interspersed with thunder and lightning, especially during the afternoon and evening hours.
Madhya Pradesh remains under the grip of relentless monsoon activity as three major rain systems continue to dominate the region’s weather pattern.
On Friday, an orange alert has been issued for Sheopur, Neemuch, and Mandsaur, where very heavy rainfall is expected to reach up to 8.5 inches within 24 hours.