Odisha’s Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari reassured residents to remain calm amidst heavy rainfall caused by a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal, stating that the government is well-prepared to handle any emergencies.
A low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal is predicted to develop into a depression within the next 12 hours, leading to heavy rainfall and strong winds across Odisha.
The monsoon’s influence continues as heavy rainfall is predicted for multiple regions in India, with significant impacts expected in Gujarat, Delhi NCR, and Madhya Pradesh over the coming days.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in north Bengal until Monday, with an increase in rainfall expected in south Bengal, including Kolkata, starting Tuesday.
The India Meteorological Department has warned of significant rainfall across Odisha, particularly in Puri, due to a new low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal. Authorities have taken precautionary measures ahead of the Rath Yatra festival.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for 18 states as the monsoon intensifies, predicting thunderstorms and potential landslides in hilly areas.
The India Meteorological Department warns of heavy rains across North, East, and Central India, affecting several states with potential thunderstorms and disruptions expected until July 17.
The India Meteorological Department has indicated that Odisha will likely experience significant rainfall during the Rath Yatra due to an impending low-pressure system developing over the Bay of Bengal.
In the last 24 hours, western Odisha witnessed substantial rainfall, particularly in Baragarh, which recorded the highest at 109 mm, while the overall state average remained normal.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a warning for Bhubaneswar, predicting light to moderate rainfall for the next two to three hours. Residents are advised to remain vigilant.
Odisha Pulse @2026. All Rights Reserved.
