heavy rains cause floods in mp; red alert in bhopal and riasen

Madhya Pradesh has been experiencing severe rainfall due to a deep depression formed around Odisha, which has intensified in Chhattisgarh and nearby regions. This weather system has led to heavy rain alerts across more than 30 districts, including Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Narmadapuram. The meteorological department has predicted that these conditions will persist for at least the next 24 hours, prompting a red alert for extremely heavy rain in several districts, including Raisen and Sehore. The heavy rainfall has resulted in flood-like situations in various areas, with reports of evacuations in Balaghat as rainwater inundated homes. In Bhopal, continuous rainfall has caused significant waterlogging in low-lying areas, disrupting normal life and reducing visibility. The situation has raised concerns about safety, particularly near water bodies, as local divers attempted to rescue three youths who were swept away in the Pagara Dam, tragically resulting in the drowning of two individuals. In response to the heavy rains, multiple dams in the region have opened their gates to manage the water levels. Notably, several gates of Tawa, Bargi, and Mohanpura Dams have been opened, indicating the severity of the situation. Authorities have issued warnings to the public to stay away from water bodies to prevent further accidents. The local police have been involved in recovery efforts, and the bodies of the drowned youths have been taken for post-mortem examinations. The identities of the deceased are still being confirmed, highlighting the tragic consequences of the ongoing weather conditions in the state.