The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for parts of eastern Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Maharashtra, warning of extremely heavy rainfall.
Isolated locations could see rainfall exceeding 204.5mm, with broader areas expected to receive between 115.6mm and 204.4mm.
The alert has raised concerns of flash floods, overflowing rivers and localized infrastructure damage in the affected regions.
The rain is being driven by a well-marked low-pressure area over southeast Rajasthan and adjoining Madhya Pradesh, accompanied by an upper-air cyclonic circulation.
A separate cyclonic circulation remains active over the northwest Bay of Bengal, while a western disturbance continues to affect weather over Jammu and Kashmir.
Thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds have also been forecast across several states, prompting safety advisories for residents, farmers and travellers.
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