Weather changed across Madhya Pradesh due to a cyclonic circulation and trough. Several areas are witnessing storms and rain. On Friday evening, strong winds and rain hit Chitrakoot in Satna district, affecting Ram Navami celebrations. Around 21 lakh lamps were supposed to be lit, but rainwater filled most of them, spoiling the event. The stage had to be covered with tarpaulin due to the weather. Rain and thunderstorm alert in 20 districts The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for rain, lightning, and thunderstorms in 20 districts, including: Gwalior, Datia, Bhind, Morena, Singrauli, Sidhi, Rewa, Mauganj, Satna, Anuppur, Shahdol, Umaria, Dindori, Katni, Jabalpur, Panna, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Niwari, and Maihar. Cloud cover was seen in Gwalior and nearby areas, while Narmadapuram remained hot, with chances of rain at night. Heat persists in several cities Despite rainfall in some areas, temperatures remain high in many cities: Among major cities, Jabalpur recorded the highest temperature at 38.2°C. Bhopal, Indore, and Ujjain recorded around 37°C, while Gwalior recorded 36.1°C. Rain likely till March 30 According to the weather department, rain is expected till March 30 in around 28 districts, including Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Gwalior, Chambal, and Sagar divisions. Light showers may occur on March 28, while the strongest impact is expected on March 30. Third spell of weather change in March This is the third spell of rain and storms in March. Earlier, two spells affected more than 45 districts, with hailstorms reported in 17 districts. Crops like wheat, papaya, and banana were damaged. Pictures of rain in Chitrakoot Another weather system from March 28 night A new western disturbance is expected to become active from the night of March 28, affecting northwest India. This may bring rain and storms in early April as well. Extreme heat expected in April–May The department has predicted intense heat in April and May. Temperatures may cross 45°C in regions like Gwalior, Chambal, Jabalpur, Rewa, Shahdol, and Sagar. Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, and Narmadapuram are also expected to remain hot. March showing mixed weather pattern March in Madhya Pradesh usually sees: This year is following the same pattern, with both heat and rainfall affecting different regions. Post navigation Sub-Inspector main exam will now be held on April 29:Date changed for 3rd time, 5734 candidates to participate LPG panic grips MP as bookings surge sharply:Cylinder bookings jump fivefold in Bhopal, govt says, ‘adequate stock and supply continues’
