Rain gods seem pleased with Maharashtra as the meteorology department has predicted more rains in the region.
Many regions of Maharashtra witnessed heavy rainfall and it is assumed that the state will be receiving heavy to more heavy rain. Nashik recorded more active rainfall and now it is now its way to cover entire Maharashtra.
According to ndia Meteorological Department (IMD), Southwest Monsoon has returned to its active phase. Since Thursday, the northern regions of Maharashtra and Konkan reported heavy to very heavy rains. At the same time, Pune city recorded 26 mm rainfall, the heaviest spell recorded so far in July.
The trend is expected to continue over the weekend, particularly over Nandurbar, Nashik, Jalgaon and Dhule districts, IMD said.
Till July 12, it was remarked that these northern districts fell under the ‘rainfall-deficient’ categories, with a shortage of 30%-50% below normal. But after receiving the heavy rains for only two days, these figures have not only shown marked improvements, but they are touching normal levels.
The sudden spike in rainfall activity over the state to the influence of a low-pressure system lying over west Madhya Pradesh was recognised by the IMD, Pune officials.
Senior Scientist at the climate monitoring analysis group Sunitha Devi stated, “This system, which is expected to move towards Gujarat, is set to further intensify into a deep depression, bringing more and heavier spells of rain over Madhya Maharashtra and Konkan, especially during the weekend”.
On Friday, some places in Raigad and Sindhudurg districts in Konkan recorded very heavy rains; Pen (240 mm) and Bhira (178 mm) were among the wettest towns. IMD authorities noted, “the monsoon trough has now shifted southwards and is passing through central India, so the rainfall is expected to get heavier in the coming days”.
Sunitha Devi informed, “The rainfall will be fairly well-distributed over the state, as extended range predictions indicate that the rest of July will be wet. There are fresh systems that will cause rains over central and western parts of the country”.
Meanwhile, in the Marathwada and Vidarbha regions, the rain is expected to gather momentum only by June 20. From the time when the monsoon season started, Vidarbha has been experiencing deficient rainfall.
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Sunday, July 16, 2017
Rain Gods Pleased; Maharashtra to Get More Rainfall
Saturday, July 15, 2017
Monsoon covers entire Maha, brings relief to farmers
The south west monsoon has covered all parts of Maharashtra bringing good rains and relief to farmers. The Pune city, along with many other parts of the state, witnessed moderate rains today.
The central part of Maharashtra is a major food grains growing area and rainfall in this region has brought relief to farmers as well as the state administration.
"For the first time in July, the south west monsoon has brought rains to all parts of the state. There had been showers since July 1, but of low intensity and scattered. It is good that the entire Maharashtra is now covered," an official of the India rpt India Meteorological Department told PTI.
"The central parts of the state - comprising north Maharashtra and Marathwada - received showers of medium intensity. It will be helpful for farmers as the state was facing a potential challenge of second round of sowing in the region," he said.
"The second round of sowing means an additional input cost to the already debt-ridden farmers," the official said.
Maharashtra agriculture minister Pandurang Fundkar told PTI that sowing on over 66 per cent of the total area has been done during the ongoing Kharif season.
The state administration was a bit worried over the delay in rainfall. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had even issued an advisory for postponing the sowing, he said.
"As of today, the sowing has taken place on more than 66 per cent of agricultural area in the state. We are a bit relieved now," Fundkar said.
A report from Nashik said incessant rains lashed the city and other parts of the district after a dry spell, leading to water logging in low-lying areas.
The water level of Godavari river has risen following heavy downpour since last night in the catchment areas, an official said.
The irrigation department has not released water from the Nashik's Gangapur dam owing to the heavy rains.
The central part of Maharashtra is a major food grains growing area and rainfall in this region has brought relief to farmers as well as the state administration.
"For the first time in July, the south west monsoon has brought rains to all parts of the state. There had been showers since July 1, but of low intensity and scattered. It is good that the entire Maharashtra is now covered," an official of the India rpt India Meteorological Department told PTI.
"The central parts of the state - comprising north Maharashtra and Marathwada - received showers of medium intensity. It will be helpful for farmers as the state was facing a potential challenge of second round of sowing in the region," he said.
"The second round of sowing means an additional input cost to the already debt-ridden farmers," the official said.
Maharashtra agriculture minister Pandurang Fundkar told PTI that sowing on over 66 per cent of the total area has been done during the ongoing Kharif season.
The state administration was a bit worried over the delay in rainfall. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had even issued an advisory for postponing the sowing, he said.
"As of today, the sowing has taken place on more than 66 per cent of agricultural area in the state. We are a bit relieved now," Fundkar said.
A report from Nashik said incessant rains lashed the city and other parts of the district after a dry spell, leading to water logging in low-lying areas.
The water level of Godavari river has risen following heavy downpour since last night in the catchment areas, an official said.
The irrigation department has not released water from the Nashik's Gangapur dam owing to the heavy rains.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Pune Gets Hotter
The summer has arrived with a bang. The city's temperature is getting warmer. On Saturday, the city recorded maximum temperature of 37 degrees Celsius. It is still only the beginning and the season is promised to make us sweat!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Rains In Marathwada
After the lull, the storm. There is a slight variation in this saying for Marathwada region as the area has received satisfactory rainfall in the last two days. The rains were absent for most of the monsoon season in Marathwada like other areas in Maharashtra. This started taking different turn in last week. The areas has received good rains in the whole week so much so that water scarcity seems to have taken backseat in major cities.
Just two weeks ago, Marathwada had 47 per cent less rainfall than average annual rainfall. According to met department, the southwest monsoon has been vigorous in Marathwada and interiors of north Karnataka. In Nanded district, the rainfall till now 325.79 mm. Most of the rivers like Asna, Godavari, Sita and Painganga in district are flowing with full vigour. Even doors of the Vishnupuri dam which provide drinking water to Nanded city has been raised up to release the water. Just a month ago, the same dam had to be filled with water from Jaikwadi dam.
In Latur district the rainfall is recorded at 187 mm. The average rainfall in the district is over 50 percent of the annual average. The situation is almost same in Jalna, Beed, Parbhani and Aurangabad. In Aurangabad, till now 410 mm of rain is recorded including 4 mm till 8:30 AM today while in Parbhani it is 420 mm.
Just two weeks ago, Marathwada had 47 per cent less rainfall than average annual rainfall. According to met department, the southwest monsoon has been vigorous in Marathwada and interiors of north Karnataka. In Nanded district, the rainfall till now 325.79 mm. Most of the rivers like Asna, Godavari, Sita and Painganga in district are flowing with full vigour. Even doors of the Vishnupuri dam which provide drinking water to Nanded city has been raised up to release the water. Just a month ago, the same dam had to be filled with water from Jaikwadi dam.
In Latur district the rainfall is recorded at 187 mm. The average rainfall in the district is over 50 percent of the annual average. The situation is almost same in Jalna, Beed, Parbhani and Aurangabad. In Aurangabad, till now 410 mm of rain is recorded including 4 mm till 8:30 AM today while in Parbhani it is 420 mm.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Rain God Still Away
We Need the Rains BadlyFinally, Indian Meteorological Department has modifies its prediction regarding the rainfall in the country. The department has now said that the rainfall will be below normal for the month of July. Minister of state for Science and technology Prithviraj Chavan today announced this in the capital New Delhi. In the first prediction given by the department, the rainfall in July was expected to be 96 percent.
Agriculture Secretaries of states, including Maharashtra that have not received rainfall yet are slated to meet union Agriculture Secretary on Wednesday in this regard.
The march of the Southwest monsoon, crucial for the agricultural purposes and also for the drinking water in urban areas, has been standstill since June 7.
In Pune, the south-west monsoon normally arrives in the first week of June. Even though the city has witnessed thunderstorms and rains in between week, the actual season is far from here. The city has recorded 117.2 mm of rains since June 1. Ironically, the average rainfall for the city is 116.1 mm. Hence, actually the average has been crossed.
IMD’s status report uploaded last week informed that southwest monsoon set out over the Andaman Sea around its normal date on May 20. It set in over Kerala on May 23, about a week earlier than normal. Meanwhile, a cyclonic storm Aila formed in the Bay of Bengal resulting in the advance of the monsoon over north-eastern states, West Bengal and Sikkim. After a hiatus of about a week, the monsoon further advanced along the west coast and reached Ratnagiri on June 7.
This has obviously put pressure on the dams providing drinking water to Pune. The municipal corporation has already effected 15 to 20 percent of water cut till July. There are six major dams that provide drinking water to Pune. and Pimpri-Chinchwad namely Temghar, Varasgaon, Panshet, Khadakwasla, Pavana and Mulshi. The water levels in these dams has touched a low.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
New Spells of Rain
But Where is Monsoon
Pune witnessed new spell of rains in the season on Saturday. It comes on the background of a 20 percent cut in the water supply of the city. Still, this rain is not sufficient for fulfilling the needs of the city. Officials say that at least 10 days of rainfall will be needed for the water supply to resume at original level. Meanwhile, the meteorological department clarified that the rains on Saturday were not that of monsoon but conditions are favourable for the advance of monsoon.
City recorded a rainfall of 39.7 mm till till 5:30 PM on Saturday. Sources in meteorological department told Pune Mirror that these were pre- monsoon showers. But conditions are very favourable for the advance of monsoon in most parts of the state including Mumbai. The monsoon is expected to arrive within 48 hours.
I was to Junnar yesterday and while returning, there was quite a good spell of rains. But here in Pune, the rain gods seems to have lost interest in visiting the city. It is a repeat of last year albeit a bit different. Last year, the monsoon had arrived on time but the rains came very late at the end of June. Normal onset of monsoon for Pune is June 7 but this time it is testing too much. I hope it comes soon!
