Maharashtra Monsoon: IMD gives Red Alert in six districts, traffic chaos in Mumbai in the midst of heavy rain; School, Hogescholen close …

Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red warnings and orange reports for several districts in Maharashtra in the midst of intense monsoon, which drains the state in heavy rainfall. IMD has spent red alert for six districts, indicating extremely heavy rainfall (more than 204.5 mm in 24 hours). These districts include Raigad, Ratnagiri, Gondia, Chandapur, Bhandara and Gadchiroli.

Schools close

In the midst of heavy rainfall, the district administration of Palghar schools, colleges and Anganwadi centers closed on July 26, 2025 (Saturday), confirms district collector Dr. Indu Rani Jakhar. Palghar has already recorded a considerable rainfall over the past for a few days with alert for more downpour in the next 24 hours.

Ghat region under High Alert

Red Alert is published by Ghat (hilly) areas of Pune, which are susceptible to landslides and floods. IMD scientist Sushma Nair stated that orange reports were also issued for the Ghat regions of Nashik and Satara, where very heavy rainfall (115.6-204.4 mm) is probably. The heavy drainage of water from large dams has increased the risk of electricity drugs in the river bank areas/.

Orange alert

Orange and yellow reports issued on the coast of Konkan, West-Maharashtra, Marathwada and Vidarbha regions of Maharashtra, with heavy to very heavy rain showers that are expected for the next 24-48 hours.

Mumbai -Rains influence traffic

Mumbai experiences heavy rainfall and causes traffic congestion in the city. Railway lines and suburbs trains are also affected. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the city registered the following average rainfall figures until Friday morning:

• Island City: 29.40 mm
• Eastern suburbs: 29.44 mm
• Western suburbs: 18.88 mm

IMD has also warned fishermen in the midst of rising sea level due to heavy rainfall. Coastal areas such as Konkan Belt are probably witnesses of strong wind and flood. The government of Maharashtra is also on a high alert, especially NDRF in flood -sensitive zones.