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5 July 2026

IMD weather alert for West Bengal

While the specific weather alert is a transient event, it serves as a practical example of disaster management protocols and meteorological forecasting mechanisms relevant to GS1 and GS3 syllabus themes.

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Notes

  • IMD has issued a red alert for South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur districts in West Bengal due to expected heavy rainfall.
  • A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is intensifying into a deep depression.
  • An orange alert has been issued for Jhargram, Paschim Medinipur, and Howrah districts.
  • The weather system is expected to cause severe conditions, with the situation likely to worsen on Sunday.
  • Local administration has initiated round-the-clock monitoring to manage the potential impact of the weather event.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in disaster risk reduction and the significance of early warning systems in mitigating the impact of cyclonic disturbances in coastal states. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following meteorological conditions is currently identified by the IMD as the primary cause for the heavy rainfall alert in West Bengal?

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