WeatherAlert – Torrential Rain Disrupts Daily Life Across Karnataka Districts
WeatherAlert – Heavy rain across parts of Karnataka caused widespread disruption on Monday, with several roads submerged and traffic movement badly affected in Bengaluru Rural and Chikkaballapur districts. Authorities said continuous showers led to severe waterlogging in multiple towns, creating long delays for commuters and difficulties for residents living in low-lying neighbourhoods.
Roads Submerged in Several Karnataka Towns
Officials reported that rainwater accumulated rapidly in areas such as Doddaballapur, Devanahalli, Hoskote, Chintamani and Bagepalli. The flooding slowed vehicle movement on key roads and forced many office-goers and daily travellers to spend extra time navigating traffic congestion. Public transport services were also affected in some stretches due to poor road conditions.
Local residents said overflowing drains added to the problem as rainwater entered homes situated in vulnerable areas. Families in a few residential pockets were seen trying to clear water from their houses while civic workers worked to drain flooded streets. Daily routines, including school travel and small business operations, were interrupted because of the persistent rainfall.
IMD Warns of Humid Weather and Possible Heatwave
The India Meteorological Department has also issued fresh warnings for several regions across the country. Speaking on Monday, IMD scientist Akhilesh Shrivastav said eastern and southern states are likely to experience humid weather conditions over the next few days.
According to him, Odisha is expected to face uncomfortable hot and humid conditions during the coming three to four days. Coastal parts of Andhra Pradesh could also witness heatwave-like conditions during the same period as temperatures continue to rise.
Heavy Rainfall Forecast for Southern States
The weather department has predicted more rainfall activity across Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Kerala, in particular, has been placed under a heavy to very heavy rainfall warning due to the possibility of intense showers in several districts.
Shrivastav stated that Karnataka may additionally witness hailstorm activity in isolated regions. Meteorologists are closely monitoring changing weather systems over southern India, where moisture-laden winds continue to support widespread rainfall.
Meanwhile, northeastern states are also expected to receive heavy rainfall in the coming days. Authorities in vulnerable areas have been advised to remain alert in view of possible water accumulation and localised flooding.
Rising Temperatures Raise Concern in Delhi-NCR
While southern India is dealing with rain-related problems, northern parts of the country are facing extreme heat. The IMD said northwestern India is likely to remain mostly dry, resulting in a steady increase in temperatures over the next week.
Delhi-NCR has already recorded maximum temperatures between 42 and 43 degrees Celsius, and the weather department expects the mercury to rise further. Shrivastav said temperatures in the national capital could remain between 42 and 44 degrees Celsius during the coming week, with some areas possibly touching 45 degrees in the next three days.
Due to the severe heat conditions, the IMD has issued an orange alert for Delhi for the next two days. Isolated heatwave conditions are also expected across parts of the city and surrounding regions.
Orange Alert Issued for Multiple States
The weather office has also warned about unusually warm nights in western Rajasthan and western Uttar Pradesh. These conditions can increase health risks because temperatures remain high even after sunset, offering little relief from daytime heat.
In Madhya Pradesh and Vidarbha, severe heatwave conditions are likely to continue, prompting authorities to issue orange alerts there as well. Officials have advised people in affected regions to avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure during peak afternoon hours and remain hydrated.