IMD orange alert for Rajasthan: Heavy rain in Bharatpur, Dholpur, Baran, Jhalawar
Synopsis
With orange alerts in four districts and yellow alerts across 29 more, Rajasthan's monsoon surge on 9 July has left only the far-western belt — Jaisalmer, Barmer, Jodhpur, Jalore — untouched. Bayana and Mandrayal crossed 84 mm in a single day, and waterlogging has already hit Alwar, Bharatpur, and Chittorgarh. The IMD expects the spell to peak through 10 July before easing.
Key Takeaways
IMD issued an orange alert for Bharatpur , Dholpur , Baran , and Jhalawar on 9 July , warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall.
A yellow alert covers 29 districts across eastern, southern, and central Rajasthan.
Only Jaisalmer , Barmer , Jodhpur , and Jalore in the west remain outside any alert zone.
Bayana (Bharatpur) and Mandrayal (Karauli) each received more than 84 mm of rain in 24 hours .
Waterlogging disrupted traffic in Alwar , Karauli , Chittorgarh , and Bharatpur .
Intense rainfall is forecast to continue through 10 July before gradually weakening from 11 July .
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday, 9 July issued an orange alert for Bharatpur, Dholpur, Baran, and Jhalawar districts of Rajasthan, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, as the southwest monsoon remained active across the state. A yellow alert covering 29 districts was simultaneously issued, while only four western districts — Jaisalmer, Barmer, Jodhpur, and Jalore — remained outside any alert zone.
Alert Zones and Coverage
The orange alert zones of Bharatpur, Dholpur, Baran, and Jhalawar face the highest risk, with the IMD urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from rivers, drains, and waterlogged areas, and follow local authority advisories. The yellow alert covers a wide swathe of the state, including Jaipur, Ajmer, Tonk, Bundi, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Pratapgarh, Udaipur, Rajsamand, Dungarpur, Banswara, Sirohi, Pali, Nagaur, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Churu, Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Sawai Madhopur, Karauli, Kota, Alwar, and Dausa. Residents under yellow alert have been advised to remain cautious as thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall may occur in isolated areas.
Rainfall Recorded in Past 24 Hours
Eastern and southern Rajasthan bore the brunt of the downpour over the previous 24 hours. Bayana in Bharatpur and Mandrayal in Karauli each received more than 84 mm of rainfall. Bhadesar and Nimbahera in Chittorgarh recorded close to three inches of rain. Widespread showers also lashed parts of Dausa, Dholpur, Karauli, Alwar, and Chechat in Kota district. Moderate to heavy rain continued in Udaipur and Sirohi until late evening on Wednesday.
Impact on Cities and Commuters
Persistent rainfall triggered waterlogging in several urban centres, particularly Alwar, Karauli, Chittorgarh, and Bharatpur, causing traffic disruptions and significant inconvenience to commuters. The relentless showers have, however, brought much-needed relief from heat and humidity, with maximum temperatures dropping across most districts. Daytime temperatures stayed below 35 degrees Celsius in Jaipur, Alwar, Tonk, Chittorgarh, Sirohi, Dausa, Pratapgarh, Jhunjhunu, Ajmer, and Bhilwara.
Temperature Readings and Western Rajasthan
Jaipur remained under overcast skies throughout the day, recording a maximum temperature of 33.1 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 26.4 degrees Celsius. In contrast, Jaisalmer — located in the largely spared western region — was the hottest spot in the state, with the mercury touching 41.6 degrees Celsius. The stark difference underscores how the monsoon's eastward concentration has left the desert west relatively dry.
Forecast Ahead
Intense rainfall activity is expected to continue across eastern and southern Rajasthan through 10 July, after which the IMD projects a gradual weakening of monsoon activity from 11 July onward. Authorities have reiterated safety advisories for vulnerable districts and urged citizens to monitor updates from local administrations closely.
Point of View
But the concentration of over 84 mm in a single day at Bayana and Mandrayal points to an unusually intense pulse. What deserves scrutiny is urban preparedness: waterlogging in Alwar, Bharatpur, and Chittorgarh every monsoon season signals a chronic drainage infrastructure deficit that weather alerts alone cannot fix. The IMD's forecast of weakening from 11 July offers a brief window — but if the next western disturbance interacts with the monsoon trough, the respite could be short-lived.
NationPress
9 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Rajasthan districts are under IMD orange alert on 9 July?
The IMD has placed Bharatpur, Dholpur, Baran, and Jhalawar under an orange alert, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall. Residents in these districts have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay away from rivers and waterlogged areas.
How many districts are under yellow alert in Rajasthan?
Twenty-nine districts are under a yellow alert, covering most of eastern, southern, and central Rajasthan, including Jaipur, Ajmer, Udaipur, Kota, and Alwar. The alert advises caution due to possible thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall in isolated areas.
Which parts of Rajasthan are not under any rain alert?
The four western districts — Jaisalmer, Barmer, Jodhpur, and Jalore — are outside any alert zone. Jaisalmer was in fact the hottest place in the state on 9 July, recording a maximum temperature of 41.6 degrees Celsius.
How much rainfall was recorded in Rajasthan in the past 24 hours?
Bayana in Bharatpur and Mandrayal in Karauli each received more than 84 mm of rainfall. Bhadesar and Nimbahera in Chittorgarh recorded close to three inches of rain, while widespread showers were reported in Dausa, Dholpur, and parts of Kota district.
When will the heavy rain spell in Rajasthan ease?
According to the IMD, intense rainfall activity is expected to continue across eastern and southern Rajasthan through 10 July, with monsoon activity gradually weakening from 11 July onward.
