Heavy rain alert across Rajasthan today, Mount Abu receives 195 mm rainfall
Jaipur, July 25
A fresh spell of heavy monsoon rain continues to lash Rajasthan, prompting the India Meteorological Department to issue an Orange and Yellow Alert for rainfall across the state on Saturday.
Heavy rain was recorded in several districts on Friday, including Sirohi, Jodhpur, Barmer, Pali, and Jalore, with Mount Abu receiving 195 mm (around 8 inches) of rainfall. In Jodhpur, torrential showers led to knee-deep waterlogging on several roads, disrupting normal life.
According to the Meteorological Department, the monsoon is expected to remain active across Rajasthan until July 27, after which rainfall activity is likely to weaken slightly from July 28.
Significant rainfall recorded on Friday included including Mount Abu (Sirohi): 195 mm, Bapini (Jodhpur): 81 mm, Karanpur (Sri Ganganagar): 66 mm, Jawai (Pali): 97 mm, Garhbor (Rajsamand): 47 mm, Kumbhalgarh: 28 mm, Desuri (Pali): 38 mm Pali city: 27 mm, Jawaja (Ajmer): 52 mm, Sarwar (Ajmer): 50 mm, Kalyanpur (Barmer): 57 mm and Balotra: 56 mm.
After a delayed onset and prolonged dry spell during the early phase of the monsoon, recent rainfall has significantly improved the water situation across the state.
Since July 2, water has flowed into more than 40 dams that had previously gone dry.
The Morel Dam in Dausa and Mansagar Dam in Tonk have now reached full capacity following the recent rains.
Jaipur Meteorological Centre Director Radheshyam Sharma said the monsoon will remain particularly active over parts of Udaipur and Jodhpur divisions for the next two days. He said heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is likely at isolated places in these regions, while moderate to heavy rainfall is also expected in parts of the Bikaner, Ajmer, Kota, Jaipur, and Bharatpur divisions.
Meanwhile, despite the recent rainfall, the uneven distribution of monsoon showers continues to be a concern.
Only five districts, Beawar, Bikaner, Didwana-Kuchaman, Phalodi, and Salumbar, have received above-normal rainfall so far this season.
Meanwhile, 12 districts namely Dausa, Dungarpur, Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Jalore, Karauli, Khairthal-Tijara, Pali, Sawai Madhopur, Sirohi, and Udaipur continue to face lesser rains, while 27 districts have recorded below-average rainfall due to the delayed arrival of the monsoon and a prolonged mid-season dry spell.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Can't help but think about the irony - last month we were praying for rain, now we're worried about flooding! But seriously, this is much needed. The groundwater recharge will be huge for agriculture. My cousin in Pali said wheat sowing was delayed, but now there's hope. Just wish the IMD predictions were more accurate - they said monsoon would be normal this year, but we had that long dry spell. Still, better late than never!
Grew up in Jodhpur, and hearing about knee-deep waterlogging brings back memories of struggling through flooded streets during college. But honestly, I'd take waterlogging over drought any day. The Morel Dam reaching full capacity is fantastic news - Dausa residents must be celebrating! Just wish the government would improve drainage systems in cities like Jodhpur. Every year same problem when heavy rain comes. 🤷♀️
The rainfall data is interesting - Mount Abu getting 10 times more than nearby areas shows how unpredictable monsoon has become due to climate change. I'm glad the dams are filling, but we need long-term planning. Rajasthan needs better water harvesting and cloud seeding programs. Also, why is the media only focusing on the problems? This rain is a blessing for farmers! My family in Ajmer is finally getting ready for kharif sowing after weeks of uncertainty. Khush raho Rajasthan! 🌾
As someone living in Jaipur, I've noticed the rain has been very selective this year. We had good showers last week but nothing this week. Meanwhile, Sirohi and Jodhpur are drowning! The IMD should be more specific with alerts - 'isolated heavy rainfall' is too vague. But credit where it's due - at least the water situation has improved. Still, 27 districts with below-average rainfall is concerning. Hope the monsoon revives properly after July 28. 🤞
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