The past day has been messy across north and central India. Rain’s been steady in some places, downright heavy in others, and now forecasters are telling people in certain districts to brace for even more.
In parts of eastern Rajasthan and western Madhya Pradesh, the warning is for rain strong enough to drench streets and fields in just a few hours. Some areas could see eight inches or more by the end of the day. You can already spot water pooling at junctions, and in low-lying lanes it’s creeping up doorsteps. A few families have moved out ahead of time, and local teams are keeping an eye on rivers that are running faster and fuller than usual.
In Dharali, Waiting Out the Weather
Far away from the plains, in Uttarkashi’s Dharali village, the week has been worse. A flash flood earlier ripped through roads and small bridges. Villagers still talk about the roar that came down the valley — some compare it to an aircraft flying low. No one’s sure if it started with a cloudburst or something breaking apart higher up near the glacier. Nobody’s arguing over the cause right now — it doesn’t change much on the ground. The road’s washed out, so right now it’s choppers or nothing. And if the rain really hits the way locals expect, those too could be stuck on the ground.
Delhi Wakes Up to a Downpour
In the capital, rain hit before many people had even left for work. By breakfast, cars were crawling through waterlogged stretches, and in some neighbourhoods it was high enough to splash against doorsteps. At the airport, the departure boards told their own story — close to 90 flights delayed, a few cancelled outright. Forecasters say more storms could roll in, which means tomorrow morning might be a repeat.
Holding On
From the flat fields of Rajasthan to the slopes of Uttarakhand, the monsoon isn’t showing signs of easing. Rain’s part of life here, sure, but this week has worn people down. In some spots, it’s pushed right past discomfort into danger. Ask anyone around and they’ll tell you — these days you walk with one eye on the clouds and another on where you’ll run if things turn bad.
Quick Summary
| Region | Weather Alert | Key Impacts |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan & MP | Red Alert (Very Heavy Rain) | Flash flood risks, evacuations launched |
| Uttarkashi (Dharali) | Heavy Rain Alert | Ongoing evacuations; rescue affected by weather |
| Delhi NCR | Thunderstorms | Airport disruptions, widespread waterlogging |
