IMD Warns of heavy rains in 18 states as cyclones stir up weather till March 15

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rain alerts for 18 states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Bihar, and West Bengal. The warning, which began Tuesday, will last until March 15. Two cyclonic circulations are driving this weather shift.

One cyclone, moving from Iraq, is heading toward northern India. It may bring rain and offer relief from rising temperatures in Delhi-NCR and nearby regions. The second cyclone, approaching from Bangladesh, could trigger heavy rainfall in eastern and northeastern states over the next five days.

Rainfall Forecast

IMD predicts widespread rain until March 15. Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand will see heavy snowfall, thunderstorms, and rainfall from March 10-15. Punjab and Haryana may experience thunderstorms and rain on March 12 and 13. Rajasthan could see rainfall between March 13 and 15.

The eastern and northeastern states will also receive heavy rain. IMD forecasts downpours in Bihar and West Bengal. Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Meghalaya, and Tripura will see heavy rain from March 11-15. Arunachal Pradesh may also get snowfall between March 11 and 13.

South India on Alert

Tamil Nadu’s southern districts are on alert for heavy rain, with schools and colleges possibly closing if conditions worsen. Kerala and Mahe will also see significant rainfall between March 11 and 13, according to regional forecasts.

With changing weather patterns, authorities urge residents to stay updated on alerts and take precautions.