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Severe weather alerts across India
The IMD has issued multiple severe weather alerts for various states, warning of heavy rain and strong winds impacting logistics and agriculture.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 4 November 2026.
The story so far as of 4 November 2026
On 24 September, the IMD issued a severe weather alert for 17 states, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Delhi, warning of heavy rain and winds up to 75 km/h. On 8 October, another alert was issued for 20 states, with winds reaching 60 km/h. A further alert for 12 states was announced on 13 October, warning of thunderstorms and winds up to 75 km/h on 14 October. On 16 October, a severe rain alert for 13 states was issued, forecasting heavy rain and winds up to 65 km/h. On 20 October, the IMD warned of severe rain for 18 states on 21 October. Finally, on 4 November, a warning for heavy rain and winds in 15 states was issued for 5 November.
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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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