IMD issues severe thunderstorm and lightning warning across 8 states

NEW DELHI, May 3, 2025 — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe weather alert, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms, and heavy rainfall across eight states in central and eastern India. The affected regions include East Rajasthan, West and East Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Bihar, and Gangetic West Bengal.

Widespread Weather Disturbance

The IMD reported that a significant weather system is moving from East Rajasthan through Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Bihar, advancing towards Gangetic West Bengal. This system is expected to bring severe thunderstorms with dangerous cloud-to-ground lightning and the possibility of hailstorms across the region.

Specific Regional Impacts

• Chhattisgarh: Raipur is experiencing increasing cloudiness, with thunderstorms expected in parts of the area. The city is under a red warning for thunderstorms, with severe thunderstorms, rain, and hail likely to occur at isolated places over several districts, including Raipur, in the next three hours.
• Vidarbha: The IMD’s Nagpur office has issued warnings for thunderstorms with hail and lightning, gusty winds (40–50 kmph), and light rain in Gondia, Bhandara, Nagpur, and Wardha. Amravati, Yavatmal, Washim, and Chandrapur districts may also see thunderstorms with lightning, gusty winds (30–40 kmph), and light rain.
• Rajasthan: Jaipur is expected to experience very windy conditions, with thunderstorms anticipated later. The IMD has forecast partial sunshine for the following days, with temperatures ranging between 33°C and 36°C.

Advisory and Safety Measures

The IMD has advised residents in affected areas to take precautions. People should stay indoors during storms. They must avoid standing under trees. The IMD also suggests unplugging electrical devices. Everyone should stay updated through official weather bulletins.

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