In its recent forecast, the IMD issued a red alert in regions across Maharashtra, Konkan Goa and Gujarat, saying that monsoon is likely to retract by October 5.

With isolated heavy rain projected for these regions, officials are urging residents to remain cautious and prepared. The agency has also highlighted a moderate flash flood risk for several areas in the south Gujarat region and the coastal areas of Konkan and Goa.

Another 'yellow' alert has been issued for Himachal Pradesh where rains have blocked nearly 50 roads. Meanwhile light rain has been predicted for Delhi, Rajasthan and Jammu.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for regions across Maharashtra, Konkan Goa, and Gujarat, warning of heavy rainfall. Senior IMD scientist Naresh Kumar stated that "extremely heavy rainfall" will continue in these areas due to a westward-moving cyclonic circulation.

The IMD has issued a red alert for Nashik, while orange alerts have been placed for Palghar, Pune, Nandurbar, and Dhule. Additionally, nearly every city in Maharashtra is under a yellow alert for the day.

At least four people are dead and dozens of flights and trains have been cancelled after heavy rainfall flooded the streets of Mumbai this week, prompting a red alert. Some parts of India’s financial hub of 21 million people received over 250mm of rain,