Jaipur, July 2 (IANS) The Southwest Monsoon finally advanced into the eastern parts of Rajasthan on Thursday, marking its arrival in the state with a delay of seven days compared to the normal onset date.

According to the latest weather update, the Northern Limit of the Monsoon (NLM) is currently passing through Tonk, Jaipur, and Alwar, and conditions remain favourable for further advancement into additional parts of the state over the next two to three days.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that on Thursday, the Southwest Monsoon also progressed into additional parts of Gujarat, the remaining areas of Uttar Pradesh, the entire Delhi region, most parts of Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab, besides entering eastern Rajasthan.

As of today, the Northern Limit of the Monsoon extends through 22°N/60°E, 22°N/65°E, Porbandar, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Neemuch, Tonk, Bhiwani, Bathinda and 32.5°N/70°E.

The Meteorological Centre has forecast active monsoon conditions over eastern Rajasthan during the next 24 hours.

Moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms is expected in parts of Kota, Ajmer, Bharatpur and Jaipur divisions. There is also a strong possibility of heavy rainfall at isolated places, particularly in districts under the Kota division.

Over the next one to two days, monsoon activity is expected to remain vigorous across Jaipur, Bharatpur, Kota, Udaipur and Ajmer divisions. Most parts of eastern Rajasthan are likely to receive widespread rainfall, with heavy showers at isolated locations and light to moderate rain across several districts.

Residents are advised to remain alert in low-lying areas that may experience waterlogging due to intense rainfall, said R.S. Sharma, director, IMC, Jaipur.

Meanwhile, weather activity is also expected to increase over western Rajasthan.

Parts of Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions may witness thunderstorms accompanied by light to moderate rainfall during the coming days as the monsoon gradually advances further into the region.

The Meteorological Department has advised the public to stay updated with official weather bulletins and exercise caution during periods of heavy rain, thunderstorms and lightning.

Farmers, commuters and local authorities are also advised to take necessary precautions in view of the expected weather conditions.

–IANS

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