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Severe weather alerts across India affecting agriculture and logistics
The IMD has issued multiple severe weather alerts across various states, warning of heavy rain and strong winds, impacting agriculture and logistics.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 4 November 2026.
The story so far as of 4 November 2026
On September 24, 2026, the IMD issued a severe weather alert for 17 states, warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms. On October 8, another alert was issued for 20 states, with winds reaching 60 km/h. Following this, on October 13, the IMD warned of heavy rain for 12 states, forecasting thunderstorms and wind speeds up to 75 km/h. On October 16, a severe rain alert was issued for 13 states, and on October 20, another alert for 18 states was announced for October 21. Finally, on November 4, the IMD warned of heavy rain in 15 states for November 5.
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Coverage, day by day
- Safety & health
IMD warns of heavy rain in 15 states on 5 November
Impact Logistics and agriculture sectors face disruptions due to heavy rain and strong winds.
Sources: NavBharat Times ↗
- Safety & health
IMD issues severe rain alert for 18 states on 21 October
Impact Logistics and agricultural operations in 18 states risk disruption due to severe weather.
Sources: NavBharat Times ↗
- Safety & health
IMD issues severe rain alert for 13 states
Impact Transport and agricultural operations in 13 states face disruptions due to severe weather conditions.
Sources: NavBharat Times ↗
- Safety & health
IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert for 12 States
Impact Logistics and agricultural operations in 12 states face potential disruptions due to severe weather conditions.
Sources: NavBharat Times ↗
- Disruption
IMD issues heavy rain alert for 20 states
Impact Logistics and agriculture sectors face potential disruptions from adverse weather conditions.
Sources: NavBharat Times ↗
- Safety & health
IMD issues severe weather alert for 17 states
Impact Logistics and agricultural operations face potential disruptions due to severe weather conditions.
Sources: NavBharat Times ↗
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