The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for several states in India due to heavy rainfall. Areas like Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Jammu are particularly at risk. The IMD predicts that heavy rain will continue across northwest and central India, with peak intensity expected in these regions. In Himachal Pradesh, heavy rain has already caused cloudbursts and flash floods. The situation is alarming, with the IMD issuing an orange alert for the state. This alert warns of flash floods over the next 24 hours. On just one day, there were 11 cloudburst incidents and four flash floods reported in Himachal Pradesh, especially in Mandi district. Tragically, these events have claimed the lives of 13 people. The IMD forecasts that extremely heavy rainfall is likely in East Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab. Specifically, East Rajasthan may experience very heavy rainfall on July 3, while Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand could see heavy rainfall between July 5 and July 7. The situation is not limited to these states. The south Konkan and Goa regions are also expected to face heavy rain on July 3, as well as parts of Madhya Maharashtra. The IMD warns of heavy to very heavy rainfall in the Konkan, Goa, and Gujarat regions over the next week. Isolated heavy rainfall is also expected in Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha. In fact, East Madhya Pradesh may see very heavy rainfall from July 3 to July 7. Northeast India is not exempt either. The IMD predicts light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and isolated heavy rainfall over the next week. There is a particular concern for Meghalaya, which may experience extremely heavy rainfall on July 6. In Coastal and South Interior Karnataka, heavy rain is also expected on July 3. Meanwhile, Kerala, Mahe, and Interior Karnataka may see significant rainfall between July 3 and July 6. The heavy rains have also caused disruptions in religious activities. The pilgrimage to Kedarnath was temporarily suspended due to a landslide triggered by the heavy rains near Munkatiya. The road has been completely blocked by debris, prompting local authorities to halt the pilgrimage. Some pilgrims were trapped but were successfully rescued by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). The monsoon has swept across the entire country, which has brought a much-needed break from the intense heat, especially in Delhi and surrounding areas. On July 3, the IMD confirmed that active monsoon conditions would persist in northwest, central, and eastern India for the next week. While the rainfall is beneficial for kharif crop sowing, its distribution has been uneven across regions. In Delhi, the first widespread showers have significantly lowered temperatures, providing relief from the heat. However, the heavy rains have also led to flash floods and landslides, particularly in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Rivers in Uttarakhand are swollen due to the relentless downpours, raising fears of local flooding. The IMD has warned of heavy to very heavy rain in various parts of the country over the next seven days, with isolated extremely heavy downpours expected in Jharkhand and Odisha. The alerts indicate a significant risk for several regions, and residents are encouraged to stay informed about the weather updates and take necessary precautions.