The impact of an active Western Disturbance continues to affect Rajasthan, with the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur warning of heavy rainfall in more than 20 districts. On Friday, several districts experienced intense weather conditions, including rain, hailstorms, and dust storms. Hailstorms hit Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, and Jaisalmer, while heavy rain drenched other areas.
In Jaipur, a severe dust storm on Friday night resulted in a fatality. The Meteorological Centre predicts strong winds, heavy rainfall, and isolated hailstorms in parts of Udaipur, Ajmer, Kota, Jaipur, Bharatpur divisions, and the Shekhawati region on Saturday. Although the weather may ease slightly on April 5–6, a new Western Disturbance is anticipated to become active from April 7, potentially intensifying storms and rainfall across the state.
The recent weather disturbances have caused significant damage to Rabi crops like mustard, wheat, and gram in multiple districts. The sudden weather changes have led to a notable drop in daytime temperatures, with some areas experiencing an unusual mild chill during the day. The impact of the storms has also affected agricultural produce stored in open markets.
Meteorologists have observed an unusual trend this year, with continuous weather activity since March 13, deviating from the typical weakening of Western Disturbances after March. The recent weather systems have disrupted normal weather patterns and had a significant impact on agriculture. Authorities have advised residents and farmers to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions in light of the ongoing alerts and upcoming weather conditions.
