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Kolkata experienced heavy thundershowers on Saturday morning, disrupting daily life. The Met Office predicts more thunderstorms later in the day with rainfall intensifying from Sunday. A fresh low-pressure area is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal next week, potentially affecting Durga Puja celebrations. Weather conditions remain favorable for continued showers across South Bengal.

Key Points: Kolkata Thundershowers Disrupt Durga Puja Festivities Mahalaya

  • Thundershowers expected across South Bengal districts on Saturday and Sunday
  • Heavy rainfall forecast for North Bengal districts including Darjeeling
  • Low-pressure trough active from Uttar Pradesh to Bangladesh
  • Yellow alert issued for Monday and Tuesday across South Bengal
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Kolkata swept by thundershowers, more rain on Sunday and during Durga Puja predicted

Heavy rain and thunderstorms sweep Kolkata with more showers predicted during Durga Puja. Met Office warns of low-pressure system forming over Bay of Bengal.

"A low-pressure system may form in the Bay of Bengal, which could impact the weather during Durga Puja - Met official"

Kolkata, Sep 20

Kolkata woke up to thundershowers and heavy rain on Saturday morning, disrupting daily commuters and adding to the concerns of Durga Puja organisers. The Met Office has warned of more thunderstorms later in the day, with rainfall expected to intensify from Sunday, coinciding with Mahalaya.

While Durga Puja officially begins with Shasthi on September 28, the festivities start from Mahalaya (September 21), which marks the end of Pitru Paksha and the beginning of Devi Paksha, the fortnight-long auspicious period leading up to the festival.

According to the weather department, a fresh low-pressure area is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal next week, raising the possibility of rain during the Puja days.

“A low-pressure system may form in the Bay of Bengal, which could impact the weather during Durga Puja. Thundershowers are expected in several South Bengal districts on Saturday and Sunday, with heavy rainfall also likely in North Bengal,” said a Met official.

Currently, a low-pressure trough is active from Uttar Pradesh to Bangladesh, causing rainfall in North Bengal and pulling in moisture from the Bay of Bengal, creating favourable conditions for showers.

On Saturday, thundershowers are expected in North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East and West Midnapore, Jhargram, Purulia, Birbhum, Murshidabad, and Nadia. On Sunday, the forecast extends to Kolkata, along with these districts. Rain is also likely across all of South Bengal, including the city, on Monday and Tuesday, for which a yellow alert has been issued.

In North Bengal, heavy rain is forecast across all eight districts on Monday, particularly in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Cooch Behar, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduar.

Meanwhile, Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 28.4 degrees Celsius on Saturday, 2.1 degrees C above normal, while Friday’s maximum stood at 32.4 degrees C, 0.4 degrees C below normal.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Typical Kolkata weather! Every year during Puja, we face this rain problem. Organizers should plan better waterproof arrangements. The show must go on! 💪
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Arjun K
Actually, rain during Durga Puja is considered auspicious in Bengali tradition. Maa Durga arrives with showers to bless us all. Let's embrace it rather than complain 🌧️✨
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Sarah B
As someone new to Kolkata, I'm really looking forward to experiencing my first Durga Puja! Rain or shine, I'll be out there exploring the pandals with my umbrella ready ☔
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Vikram M
The traffic situation is going to be nightmare with rain during Puja days. KMC should ensure proper drainage so roads don't get waterlogged. Last year was terrible!
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David E
While the rain might be inconvenient, we should appreciate that the Met department is giving advance warnings. Better planning and preparation can help minimize disruptions.
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Ananya R
Bhalo hoyeche! At least the temperature has dropped. Pujo te ghumer somoy bhalo lagbe, borong gormi thakle to khub kosto hoto. Rain or not, Pujo spirit remains high! ❤️

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