Ahmedabad, Sep 23
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of continued wet conditions for the next seven days, with heavy rain expected in South and Central Gujarat as well as Saurashtra, even as rain lashed several parts of the state.
Rainfall was recorded in 50 talukas across Gujarat in the past 24 hours, with Dang receiving the highest at 4.5 inches. Mahuva in Bhavnagar district and Palsana in Surat district saw over three inches of rain, while Subir, Dharampur and Kaprada each recorded more than two inches. Umarpada and Khergam reported two inches each, and 10 other talukas recorded up to one inch. Most remaining talukas saw less than half an inch.
Officials said the changing wind patterns and a weather system forming over Maharashtra have been triggering showers across the state. With Navratri ongoing, organisers fear that persistent rain may disrupt celebrations. “Light to moderate showers are likely across Gujarat till the end of the month,” a senior IMD official said.