Madhya Pradesh Monsoon: Above Normal Rainfall, Flood Alerts and Relief Measures

Madhya Pradesh has experienced 1,471.8 mm of rainfall this monsoon, which is 14% above normal levels. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts more rain in the next two days, with severe flooding expected in several districts. Relief measures and dam operations are in place to manage the situation.

Madhya Pradesh has recorded 1,471.8 mm of rainfall so far this monsoon, which is around 14 percent above normal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Showers are expected in most parts of the state over the next two days, said the weather bureau.

The IMD's Bhopal centre reported that the state received 1,471.8 mm of rainfall between June 1 and September 11, exceeding the 'long period average' by 14 percent. This includes 61.6 mm in the last 24 hours alone.

In the past 24 hours, rainfall was recorded in most areas, including Bhopal, Indore, Narmadapuram, Ujjain, Gwalior, Chambal, Shahdol, and Sagar, according to the IMD bulletin.

The highest rainfall of 300 mm was recorded in Shahgarh of Sagar district in the past 24 hours.

The bulletin warns of severe flooding in several districts including Sheopur Kala, Gwalior, Bhind, and Datia, while moderate floods are predicted for Neemuch, Ratlam, and other Malwa region parts.

Dr Ved Prakash from IMD's Bhopal centre indicated that these weather activities could continue for the next 72 hours, with significant relief expected from Thursday afternoon onward.

MP's Water Resources Minister Tulsiram Silawat mentioned that almost all dams are nearly full, ensuring sufficient water for irrigation, drinking, and power generation. Currently, 199 out of 282 major dams are over 90 percent full.

Due to the rainfall forecast, dam gates are being operated to prevent flood situations. There have also been multiple instances of people being rescued from flood-affected areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)