Patna: The monsoon has weakened across Bihar, with the India Meteorological Department issuing no rainfall alert for any district on Sunday. Rainfall activity has declined significantly over the past two days as the monsoon withdraws from several parts of North India.
Most parts of Bihar are likely to experience dry and normal weather conditions, with sunshine expected to push up daytime temperatures. A slight drop in temperatures may be felt during the morning and night, while lingering moisture in the atmosphere could cause humidity.
Monsoon Withdrawal Underway
According to the Meteorological Department, the monsoon withdrawal line is currently passing through Supaul, Ranchi, Raipur, Bemetara, Parbhani and Baramati.
With the withdrawal of the monsoon, weather patterns are changing across north-western and central India. Rainfall activity has already declined considerably across Bihar.
Patna May See Light Rain From October 6
Patna is likely to experience partly cloudy conditions over the next few days.
On October 4, the capital is forecast to record a maximum temperature of 34°C and a minimum of 25°C. The sky is expected to remain mostly clear, although partial cloud cover may develop during the afternoon and evening.
The maximum temperature is expected to fall by 1°C on October 5, while the minimum is likely to remain at 25°C.
On October 6, the maximum temperature could fall by another 1°C to 32°C, with the minimum remaining at 25°C. Light rain is possible.
Similar conditions are expected on October 7, with generally cloudy skies and a possibility of light rain.
West Champaran Records 0.3mm Rain
Bihar recorded scattered rainfall over the past 24 hours, with West Champaran receiving 0.3mm of rain. The rainfall was 92% below normal.
Most other districts recorded no rainfall during the period, representing a 100% deficit against normal levels. The lack of rain has also contributed to a rise in daytime temperatures.
Kaimur recorded the state’s highest maximum temperature at 37.2°C, followed by Aurangabad at 36°C.
Flood Situation Remains Critical
Despite the weakening monsoon, the flood situation in Bihar remains critical. Rising water levels in the Gandak and breaches in embankments have affected around 466 villages across six districts.
Around 8 lakh people have been affected by the floods, while approximately 92,730 people have been moved to safer locations.
According to the available figures, 27 people have died in flood-related incidents across the state. Saran has reported 12 deaths due to drowning, while more than 20 people remain missing. Six children have died after drowning in floodwaters in Siwan.
Saran remains the worst-affected district, with around 3.55 lakh people affected and approximately 44,000 relocated to safer areas.
Engineer Rescued During Embankment Inspection
On Saturday, Chandrashekhar Kumar, a Junior Engineer with the Water Resources Department, was reportedly surrounded by villagers while inspecting the Gandak River embankment.
The villagers allegedly attempted to drown him in the river, but he was eventually rescued.
In a separate incident at Khagaria’s Sarsawa Ghat during the Jitiya festival, an NDRF team rescued a woman who was swept into deep water while bathing. A major tragedy was averted after the team pulled her to safety.
