India Drenched: Pre-Monsoon Downpours Disrupt Life Across the Nation

National News: The monsoon may not have officially arrived, but the rain from the sky has made it clear that this time the weather will not only be kind but also lethal. On Friday, heavy rains and strong winds crippled life in many metros, including Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru.

Powerful winds reaching 79 km/h in Delhi-NCR toppled trees, electric poles, and traffic signals, causing widespread disruption. In some parts, hailstorms also damaged agriculture and vehicles running on the road. IMD (Indian Meteorological Department) has warned that this is just the beginning - more violent weather will be seen in the coming days.

Why is the weather changing so fast?

According to experts, this change is much deeper than the normal seasonal cycle. Early signs of the southwest monsoon have started showing activity in Kerala, the Bay of Bengal, and Northeast India. This is not just a sign of climate change but an alarm bell that is telling us to be prepared.

IMD said in its latest press release that there is a strong possibility of monsoon arriving in Kerala in the next 2-3 days. After this, its effect will gradually start spreading to Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and North India.

The storm revealed the strictness of nature

In the last 24 hours, winds blew at a speed of 60-100 km per hour in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and the hilly states of North India. At some places, hailstorms ruined the hard work of farmers, while many people have also died in incidents of lightning and falling trees. In Haryana alone, over 1,100 electric poles and more than 600 trees have been reported downed.

Concern increased due to fluctuations in temperature

According to IMD, the maximum temperature in North-West India may decrease by 2-4°C in the next 24 hours, while after this it is likely to increase again by 2-3°C. This fluctuation in temperature is not only dangerous for health but can also have a huge impact on energy consumption and agriculture.

Now we need preparation, not warning

The direction in which the country is moving with regard to weather disasters is not just a problem of rain but a serious challenge for disaster management. Climate change is no longer a matter of books or conferences but has become a reality standing at the doorstep.

We now have to move beyond warnings and take concrete steps—whether it is urban drainage, modernization of the power system, or making accurate weather forecasts available to the general public.