On October 26, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Yellow Alert for 9 Rajasthan districts — Kota, Baran, Bundi, Jhalawar, Chittorgarh, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara, and Udaipur — as a depression over the Arabian Sea strengthened and a second system in the Bay of Bengal was developing into what would become Cyclone Montha. Light to moderate rain with heavy spells was forecast across Kota, Udaipur, and Ajmer divisions. A Western Disturbance was simultaneously set to become active from October 27 over North India, compounding the weather threat. By October 28–30, Cyclone Montha had triggered heavy unseasonal rain across 23 Rajasthan districts, caused temperature drops of up to 8°C, damaged harvested crops in Udaipur, Pratapgarh, Kota, and Baran, and led to school closures. Sangod (Kota) recorded 16 mm in 15 minutes and Nainwa (Bundi) saw four inches in 24 hours.
Arabian Sea Depression Triggers Yellow Rain Alert in 9 Rajasthan Districts on October 26 — Prelude to Cyclone Montha
On October 26, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Yellow Alert for 9 Rajasthan districts — Kota, Baran, Bundi, Jhalawar, Chittorgarh, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara, and Udaipur — as a depression over the Arabian Sea strengthened and a second system in the Bay of Bengal was developing into what would become Cyclone Montha. Light to moderate rain with heavy spells was forecast across Kota, Udaipur, and Ajmer divisions. A Western Disturbance was simultaneously set to become active from October 27 over North India, compounding the weather threat. By October 28–30, Cyclone Montha had triggered heavy unseasonal rain across 23 Rajasthan districts, caused temperature drops of up to 8°C, damaged harvested crops in Udaipur, Pratapgarh, Kota, and Baran, and led to school closures. Sangod (Kota) recorded 16 mm in 15 minutes and Nainwa (Bundi) saw four inches in 24 hours.
Key facts
- IMD issued Yellow Alert for 9 Rajasthan districts on October 26, 2025 due to Arabian Sea depression.
- Affected districts include Kota, Baran, Bundi, Jhalawar, Chittorgarh, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara and Udaipur.
- A Bay of Bengal system simultaneously developed into what became Cyclone Montha.
- By October 28-30, Cyclone Montha triggered heavy unseasonal rain across 23 Rajasthan districts.
- Temperature drops of up to 8 degrees Celsius were recorded and harvested crops were damaged.
- Sangod (Kota) recorded 16 mm in 15 minutes and Nainwa (Bundi) saw 4 inches in 24 hours.
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In IMD's Cyclone Montha bulletin issued on 27 October 2025, how many East Rajasthan districts were listed under heavy-rain warning?
IMD's Cyclone Montha bulletin listed 9 East Rajasthan districts for the heavy-rain warning: Banswara, Baran, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Jhalawar, Kota, Pratapgarh and Udaipur.
Source: IMD / Sangri Today / Udaipur Kiran / India TV News / Zee News
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Which 9 Rajasthan districts were placed under Yellow Alert on October 26, 2025 due to the Arabian Sea depression?
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Yellow Alert for Kota, Baran, Bundi, Jhalawar, Chittorgarh, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara, and Udaipur on October 26, 2025, due to a depression over the Arabian Sea.
What is Cyclone Montha and how did it affect Rajasthan?
Cyclone Montha was a tropical cyclone that developed from a Bay of Bengal system in late October 2025. By October 28–30, it triggered heavy unseasonal rain across 23 Rajasthan districts, causing temperature drops of up to 8°C and damage to harvested crops.
What extreme rainfall records were observed in Rajasthan during the Cyclone Montha event?
Sangod in Kota district recorded 16 mm of rainfall in just 15 minutes, while Nainwa in Bundi district received 4 inches (approximately 100 mm) of rainfall within 24 hours during the cyclone event.
What is a Yellow Rain Alert and who issues it in India?
A Yellow Rain Alert is issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to warn of heavy rainfall expected in the coming days, advising people to stay updated. It is the lowest of the three alert levels (Yellow, Orange, Red) and indicates moderate risk.
What is a Western Disturbance and what role did it play during the October 2025 Rajasthan rain event?
A Western Disturbance is an extra-tropical cyclone originating over the Mediterranean Sea that brings rainfall to northwestern India. During the October 2025 event, a Western Disturbance was simultaneously set to become active over northern India from October 27, compounding the rainfall impact alongside the Arabian Sea depression and Cyclone Montha.
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