The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand, prompting authorities to temporarily suspend the Chardham yatra for the safety of pilgrims. Heavy rains have caused landslides, road blockages, and other disruptions across the state.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rains in Uttarakhand, leading to the postponement of the Char Dham Yatra. Heavy rainfall is also expected in other parts of India, including Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh. The IMD has forecasted widespread light to moderate rainfall across East and Northeast India until July 11, with heavy showers expected in Kerala until July 9.
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has been postponed due to the threat of heavy rainfall in the Garhwal region, as per an alert from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The Garhwal Commissioner has issued orders for the postponement, effective from July 7th.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall across several parts of India, including Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, Northwest India, and western peninsular India. The IMD also predicts heavy rainfall for the south Gujarat-Kerala coast due to a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal.
Three laborers were found dead after being trapped in a flooded basement in Vasant Vihar, Delhi. The collapse occurred during heavy rains on Friday, and a 28-hour rescue operation was launched. The victims were identified as Santosh Yadav (19), Santosh Yadav (20), and Daya Ram (45), all residents of Bihar.
A section of the roof at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 1 collapsed due to heavy rainfall, causing one fatality and injuring six individuals. The incident led to flight cancellations and rescheduling, with airlines operating from Terminals 2 and 3. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued a notice urging airlines to refrain from increasing ticket prices in response to the incident.
Heavy rainfall in Delhi led to waterlogging at AIIMS, impacting operations at the Neurosciences Centre. All operation theatres were rendered non-functional due to air-conditioning issues and water seepage, forcing the referral of patients to other hospitals. While some emergency surgeries were performed, the situation highlights the infrastructure challenges posed by extreme weather events.
A canopy at the passenger pickup and drop area outside Rajkot airport terminal in Gujarat collapsed due to heavy rains. The incident occurred amid a spell of intense rainfall in the region, highlighting the potential dangers posed by extreme weather conditions.
Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka has declared a holiday for all schools on June 27 due to heavy rains and a red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The district administration has also advised fishermen to stay ashore and has cautioned the public to avoid going near the seashore or river banks.
Mumbai experienced relief from scorching heat as the southwest monsoon made its way on Sunday. Tagore Nagar received the highest rainfall of 158.2 mm, causing waterlogging and traffic congestion. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra. Residents should be prepared for more rainfall and possible disruptions.
