Madhya Pradesh experienced significant weather changes on Sunday, with rainfall and strong storms affecting several districts, including Ratlam, Khargone, and Mandsaur. The Western Disturbance and Turf system played a key role in triggering these weather conditions, which have continued to affect the state.
In the past 24 hours, 37 districts of Madhya Pradesh witnessed rainfall and thunderstorms. Storm alerts have been issued for more than 45 districts, with predictions of continued rain in cities like Bhopal, Indore, and Gwalior, and strong storms expected in Jabalpur and Ujjain divisions. The storm is expected to have wind speeds of up to 50 kilometers per hour.
The districts most affected by the recent weather patterns include Gwalior, Datia, Sheopur, Shivpuri, Guna, Ashoknagar, Neemuch, Mandsaur, Ratlam, Ujjain, Agar-Malwa, Dewas, Indore, Khargone, Burhanpur, Khandwa, Rajgarh, Bhopal, Raisen, Vidisha, Sehore, Chhindwara, Seoni, Anuppur, Dindori, Sagar, Damoh, Panna, Chhatarpur, Niwari, Satna, Maihar, Rewa, Mauganj, Sidhi, Singrauli, and Shahdol.
The highest rainfall in the state was recorded in Sitamau, Mandsaur, where more than 2.5 inches of rain was recorded. Khargone received about 1 inch of rain. In total, 53 cities and towns across Madhya Pradesh experienced rainfall, providing relief to many parts of the state.
The weather shifted dramatically on Sunday afternoon, with heavy rain accompanied by strong winds in several districts, including Kolar area in Bhopal. Mandsaur, Shahdol, Indore, Chhatarpur, Sagar, Khargone, and Ashoknagar also faced the brunt of the storm, with hail reported in Ashoknagar. The storm was one of the strongest of the season, leading to tin sheds being blown away in Khargone and trees being uprooted in some areas.
Despite the rains and storms, the state also experienced intense heat in certain cities. After several days of milder temperatures, the maximum temperature surpassed 40 degrees Celsius in multiple locations. Khajuraho recorded the highest temperature of the day at 42°C, while Satna reached 40.8°C, Rewa saw 40.4°C, Damoh recorded 40.2°C, and Sagar hit 40°C.
Among major cities, Bhopal recorded 38.4°C, Indore saw 35.9°C, Gwalior reached 39.6°C, Ujjain hit 37.5°C, and Jabalpur recorded 39.2°C. The lowest temperature in the state was recorded in Pachmarhi, at 31.2°C.
The fluctuating weather patterns have left residents and authorities concerned about the impact on public health, agriculture, and infrastructure.
While the rainfall has provided some respite from the sweltering heat, it has also caused localized flooding, disruption of daily activities, and damage to property. Authorities are on alert, continuing to monitor the situation and issue warnings to ensure public safety.
The Meteorological Department has predicted that light rain and thunderstorms will continue in several districts until May 14, but the scorching heat is expected to return afterward. As the state grapples with unpredictable weather, officials are advising residents to stay prepared for further fluctuations in temperature and storms.
