Wrath of Varuna: Heavy Rains Paralyze Northern States

The northern states of India are currently bearing the brunt of Varuna’s wrath as heavy rains continue to wreak havoc. The lives of people in these states have been severely disrupted, with essential services being compromised. The Meteorological Department has issued warnings predicting ongoing heavy rains in the region for the next 24 hours.

Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Manipur are experiencing relentless downpours, transforming villages into waterlogged landscapes resembling ponds. Gujarat, in particular, is facing a deluge, with non-stop rain causing distress among the populace. Authorities are conducting evacuations in low-lying areas to ensure the safety of residents. Valsad recorded a staggering 12 cm of rainfall in a single night, while Surat’s River Tapi surged dangerously.

In Manipur, the situation is equally dire, with many families seeking refuge in relief camps as floodwaters encroach upon their homes. The incessant rains have led to the submergence of houses and disruption of normal life. Transportation has been severely impacted, with roads submerged and traffic halted in several areas.

Meanwhile, in Rajasthan, Varuna’s presence is felt through the overflowing Foysagar lake in Ajmer. The sight of the once-dry lake now brimming with water has brought relief to many, alleviating water scarcity concerns in the desert state.

The Indian Meteorological Department has raised alarms for several states, including a red alert for Gujarat and warnings for North Eastern states like Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Odisha, and Delhi. Alerts of varying severity have been issued, signaling the likelihood of heavy to very heavy rains in the coming days.

In Odisha, a prolonged spell of rain is forecasted, with the IMD predicting three days of continuous downpour due to a surface trough extending from south Uttar Pradesh to the Bay of Bengal. Orange alerts have been issued for the northern districts of Odisha, emphasizing the need for preparedness and caution.

As the monsoon fury continues unabated, the affected states brace themselves for further challenges posed by nature’s relentless downpours.