Heavy rains swept across Madhya Pradesh, flooding villages, overflowing dams, and bringing normal life to a halt. The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall alert for 15 districts on Tuesday, warning of 2.5 to 4.5 inches of rain in the next 24 hours.
The affected districts include Ujjain, Ratlam, Agar-Malwa, Rajgarh, Guna, Shivpuri, Dhar, Burhanpur, Khandwa, Harda, Katni, Umaria, Shahdol, Dindori, and Anuppur. Intermittent rainfall will also continue in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, and Gwalior.
Senior weather scientist Dr. Divya E. Surendran explained the reason behind the intense showers. “Two troughs are passing over the northern part of the state. That is why heavy rain was seen in many districts on Monday, and the system will remain active on Tuesday as well,” she said.
Villages Flooded, Homes Damaged
In Ratlam’s Palsoda village, floodwater submerged entire neighborhoods. Residents were forced to climb onto rooftops to stay safe. “We have no electricity and no safe place to go. People are stranded on higher ground,” said Ramesh Patel, a farmer in the village.
The heavy downpour caused several accidents. In Damoh, a house collapsed, killing one person and injuring his wife, who was rushed to the hospital. In Morena’s Ambah, a family performed last rites under a tarpaulin as rains lashed the area.
Road transport also suffered. A culvert between Usargar and Amleta collapsed, cutting off traffic. In Uplai village, a car overturned in floodwater, but locals pulled passengers out in time.
Dams and Rivers Overflow
In Ratlam, three gates of the Dholawar Dam had to be opened to release excess water. Many rivers in the region are already flowing above danger levels.
Officials said they are monitoring the situation closely. “We have asked people living near low-lying areas to move to safer places. Rescue teams are on standby,” said district collector Pramod Sharma.
Rainfall Data Across the State
On Monday, Damoh received the highest rainfall at 2.3 inches. Ratlam and Datia recorded 1.5 inches each. Gwalior saw about one inch, while Bhopal recorded half an inch. Other districts, including Indore, Pachmarhi, Shajapur, Chhatarpur, and Jabalpur, also received rain.
Since the start of the monsoon, Madhya Pradesh has recorded 37.8 inches of rainfall, slightly above the seasonal average of 37 inches. Last year, the state received 44 inches.
Some districts have received extraordinary amounts this year. Guna tops the list with 56 inches of rain so far. Mandla has received 54.2 inches, Sheopur 52.4, Ashoknagar 51.8, and Raisen 51.5.
At the same time, Indore and Ujjain divisions remain the driest. Indore has recorded only 21.3 inches, the lowest in the state. Shajapur follows with 21.6, Khargone with 22.6, Khandwa with 23, and Barwani with 24.2 inches.
Weather Outlook for September
Meteorologists say the first ten days of September will bring heavy rainfall to many parts of Madhya Pradesh. Indore, which saw 25 percent less rain than average until August, may see relief this week.
In Indore city, eastern areas are receiving more rain than the west. On Monday, the Regal area recorded 16.7 mm, while the Airport area saw only 7.2 mm. Since June, Regal has received 706 mm compared to 627.9 mm at the airport.
Weather Forecast in Key Cities
| City | Temperature (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|
| Bhopal | 27 | Intermittent rain |
| Indore | 26 | Heavy showers likely |
| Ujjain | 25 | Heavy rain alert |
| Ratlam | 24 | Flooded, more rain |
| Gwalior | 28 | Continuous rain |
| Jabalpur | 27 | Moderate to heavy |
| Damoh | 26 | Heavy rain |
| Shivpuri | 25 | Heavy rain warning |
Officials remain on high alert as rain shows no sign of stopping. For residents across the state, the priority is safety as swollen rivers, damaged roads, and flooded homes test their resilience once again.
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