Weather Update: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Gujarat for next 3 days, schools closed in Rajasthan, Vaishno Devi yatra remains suspended in Jammu

Heavy rains continue to disrupt normal life across large parts of India, with the India Meteorological Department issuing fresh alerts for Gujarat, Rajasthan, and several other states. While Punjab has begun reopening schools after days of heavy downpour, a cloudburst has triggered severe flooding in Uttarakhand’s Naugaon, and the Vaishno Devi yatra in Jammu & Kashmir remains suspended for the 14th consecutive day.

Gujarat: IMD predicts 3 days of heavy rain

The IMD has forecast very heavy rainfall in Gujarat over the next three days, with orange and yellow alerts issued for several districts. IMD scientist Abhimanyu Chauhan said the state has already received 1,009 mm of rain this monsoon, 22 per cent above normal.

Northern and southern districts recorded heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. In Vadodara, waterlogging was reported in localities such as Vadsar, Subhanpura and Tarsali. Rising levels of the Vishwamitri River forced the closure of roads leading to Koteshwar and adjoining residential colonies. Around 1,000 residents remain stranded with civic teams distributing food packets and urging people to move to safer locations.

Rajasthan: Schools closed in Jaisalmer

Authorities in Jaisalmer ordered the closure of all schools and Anganwadi centres on Monday after IMD issued a heavy rainfall alert. The directive covers students from Classes 1 to 12, although staff members have been asked to report to work.

In Dausa, continuous downpour led to 177 mm of rain in 24 hours, causing the Haripura dam to overflow. Relief teams have been placed on alert, while several roads remain inundated. State minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore visited affected areas on Sunday and announced a relief package of Rs 16 crore for repairs to nearly 650 schools and 16 dams damaged by the floods.

Jammu and Kashmir: Vaishno Devi Yatra Halted for 14th Day

The pilgrimage to the Vaishno Devi shrine has been suspended for 14 days in a row due to persistent rain and repeated landslides along the route. The Jammu–Srinagar highway also remains blocked in stretches, disrupting connectivity.

The suspension follows a massive landslide on August 26 near Adhkuwari that killed 34 pilgrims and injured several others. Authorities said restoration work is underway but the yatra will resume only when conditions are safe. Local businesses that depend on the pilgrimage are facing mounting losses, while stranded devotees have expressed frustration but remain hopeful of resuming their journey once the track is cleared.

Uttarakhand: Cloudburst in Naugaon

A cloudburst in Uttarkashi district’s Naugaon area late Sunday night triggered severe flooding, damaging houses and cutting off roads. Rescue teams, including State Disaster Response Force personnel, have been deployed to evacuate stranded residents and provide relief. Authorities have urged people living near riverbanks to shift to safer zones as heavy rainfall is expected to continue.

Delhi-NCR

Delhi recorded a maximum of 34.4°C and a minimum of 25.1°C on Sunday, slightly below the season’s average. Relative humidity was 80 per cent at 5.30 pm, according to IMD.

Scattered showers were reported in parts of the city, with Mayur Vihar logging 16 mm, the Ridge 5.7 mm, and Pitampura 1.5 mm of rainfall. Safdarjung, Palam, Najafgarh and several other stations saw no rain. Thunderstorms and light to moderate rain are expected today, with maximum and minimum temperatures hovering around 35°C and 24°C. The city’s Air Quality Index remained in the ‘satisfactory’ category at 74.

Uttar Pradesh: Heavy rainfall warning

In Uttar Pradesh, heavy rain is forecast to continue till September 9, particularly in western and central districts. Alerts are in place for Agra, Meerut, Bijnor, Sitapur, Shahjahanpur, Lakhimpur Kheri and Aligarh among others. Strong winds between 30–50 km/h are expected. Recent downpours have already caused waterlogging in Noida and flood-like conditions in Mathura. 

Punjab: Schools reopen as weather improves

Punjab, which witnessed days of relentless rainfall last week, has seen gradual improvement. Schools have reopened in several districts as floodwaters recede. Authorities continue to assess crop damage, while relief camps remain operational for those displaced by earlier flooding. The Indian Army has been deployed for relief operations, supplying food, medicine and evacuating stranded residents.