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Rain alert issued for 10 districts in Rajasthan as Pratapgarh sees heaviest showers
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 09:37 AM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a rain alert for ten districts in Rajasthan, with Pratapgarh recording the highest rainfall today.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) released a weather warning this morning, covering ten districts across Rajasthan due to an incoming low-pressure system. The alert advises residents to stay prepared for heavy rain and possible localized flooding.
Among the affected districts, Pratapgarh reported the highest amount of rainfall, surpassing other areas in the state. Local authorities noted that the downpour began early in the day and intensified by afternoon, prompting emergency services to monitor water levels in low-lying zones.
The IMD forecast predicts that the rain will continue over the next 24 to 48 hours, with intermittent showers expected in the remaining districts. Officials have urged people to avoid unnecessary travel, secure loose objects, and follow instructions from local disaster management teams.
Among the affected districts, Pratapgarh reported the highest amount of rainfall, surpassing other areas in the state. Local authorities noted that the downpour began early in the day and intensified by afternoon, prompting emergency services to monitor water levels in low-lying zones.
The IMD forecast predicts that the rain will continue over the next 24 to 48 hours, with intermittent showers expected in the remaining districts. Officials have urged people to avoid unnecessary travel, secure loose objects, and follow instructions from local disaster management teams.