IMD Forecasts Enhanced Rainfall Across East, Northeast India and Western Himalayan Region Over Next 7 Days; Extremely Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Odisha Today

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange‑red alert for extremely heavy rain in Odisha on 16 July 2026, with recorded rainfall of ≥21 cm. Enhanced rainfall is forecast for the next seven days across East, Northeast India, the Western Himalayan region and parts of Central‑East India, while subdued activity is expected over west‑central and south‑peninsular India. The bulletin lists region‑wise rainfall intensity, gusty wind speeds (up to 80 kmph), and flash‑flood risk in several districts of Odisha and Chhattisgarh. It also provides fishermen warnings, heat‑wave advisories, and agromet recommendations for drainage, crop protection and livestock care.