Heavy Rain Alert: Odisha, Andhra Pradesh Brace for More Rain as Deep Depression Weakens

Yugcharan News / 25-09-2026

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected to continue in parts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh on Friday and Saturday as a weather system over central India gradually weakens, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The deep depression that brought intense rain to parts of the eastern coast has weakened into a depression and is expected to further weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area.

The weather system has already triggered heavy rainfall, waterlogging, landslides, fallen trees and damage to houses and other structures in parts of Odisha. More than 8,000 people were evacuated from vulnerable areas of the state as authorities responded to the impact of the weather system.

The IMD has also warned of adverse weather conditions in several other states, including Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Telangana, Gangetic West Bengal, East Madhya Pradesh and Vidarbha.

Deep Depression Weakens Into Depression

According to the IMD, the deep depression over south Odisha and adjoining Chhattisgarh moved north-northwestwards during the early hours of Friday and weakened into a depression.

At 5:30 am on September 25, the system was centred over south interior Odisha and adjoining Chhattisgarh, near Nuapada in Odisha. The weather system was located close to several areas of Odisha and Chhattisgarh, including Titlagarh, Bhawanipatna, Kanker and Raipur.

The IMD said the depression was expected to continue moving north-northwestwards while maintaining its intensity for the next 12 hours. It is then likely to weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area during the subsequent 12 hours.

The system had earlier crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast between late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning. The IMD said the deep depression moved slowly west-northwestwards and crossed the coast near southwest of Kalingapatnam between 11 pm on September 23 and 1 am on September 24.

Heavy Rain Forecast for Odisha and Andhra Pradesh

The weather department has forecast continued heavy rainfall across parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.

For north Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, the IMD had forecast light to moderate rainfall at most places, with heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations. Heavy rainfall at isolated places over north Coastal Andhra Pradesh was also expected on September 25.

Odisha is likely to continue experiencing heavy rainfall as the weakening weather system moves further inland. Several parts of the state have already received significant amounts of rain.

The IMD also forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places in Chhattisgarh on September 25, followed by isolated heavy rainfall on September 26.

Several Other States May Receive Heavy Rain

The impact of the weather system is not expected to remain confined to Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. According to the IMD forecast, Jharkhand, Telangana, Gangetic West Bengal, East Madhya Pradesh and the Vidarbha region may also experience heavy rainfall on Friday and Saturday.

The continuing rainfall could affect road and rail movement in vulnerable areas and may lead to localized flooding and waterlogging, particularly in low-lying regions.

People in areas receiving heavy rain have been advised to monitor weather updates and follow instructions issued by local authorities.

Rough Seas Along Eastern Coast

The IMD has also warned of rough to very rough sea conditions over the west-central and northwest Bay of Bengal and along and off the coasts of north Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and West Bengal.

The rough sea conditions were expected to continue until the morning of September 25 before gradually improving.

Fishermen were advised not to venture into the west-central and adjoining northwest and southwest Bay of Bengal, as well as along and off the Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and West Bengal coasts, until the specified period.

Authorities have also been advised to regulate offshore and onshore activities depending on local weather conditions.

More Than 8,000 People Evacuated in Odisha

Heavy rainfall in Odisha has already prompted authorities to move thousands of people from vulnerable areas.

Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said that 8,082 people had been evacuated by noon as authorities continued efforts to shift residents from low-lying, waterlogged and landslide-prone areas.

According to the minister, six districts — Ganjam, Gajapati, Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagada and Nabarangpur — were affected by rainfall associated with the weather system.

Several areas reported waterlogging, landslides, uprooted trees and damage to houses. In some locations, water flowing over roads disrupted communication and movement.

The authorities have been instructed to continue shifting residents from areas considered vulnerable to flooding and other rain-related hazards.

Heavy Rainfall Recorded in Odisha

The rainfall associated with the system has been particularly intense in parts of southern Odisha.

An average of around 70 mm of rainfall was recorded across the state in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Thursday, according to information cited from IMD sources.

Semiliguda in Koraput district recorded the highest rainfall during the period, with 193.9 mm.

The heavy rain has increased the risk of localized flooding, landslides and damage to infrastructure in vulnerable areas.

Train Services Hit by Landslide

The adverse weather has also affected railway operations in Odisha.

Train services in the Rayagada Division of East Coast Railway were affected following landslides between Maligura and Chhatariput stations.

Railway connectivity in areas vulnerable to landslides can be disrupted when heavy rainfall causes soil and debris to move onto tracks. Authorities are monitoring affected sections as the weather system continues to weaken.

Landslide Damages Houses in West Sikkim

Heavy rainfall has also triggered a major landslide in West Sikkim.

A landslide occurred in Rimbi village under the Yuksom-Tashiding constituency on Thursday night, September 24. Continuous rainfall caused debris to move towards inhabited areas, damaging several houses and other structures.

Government quarters belonging to the Power Department were also reportedly affected.

Several houses were damaged or destroyed in the incident. However, no casualties had been reported so far.

The incident has raised concerns among residents as continued rainfall could increase the possibility of further landslides and damage in vulnerable parts of the region.

IMD Warns of Possible Rain-Related Damage

The IMD has outlined several possible impacts from the prevailing weather conditions. Strong winds and heavy rain may break branches, uproot smaller trees and damage plantations, horticultural crops and standing crops.

Vulnerable structures could suffer partial damage, while kutcha houses, walls, huts and roads may sustain minor damage because of heavy rainfall.

The weather conditions may also affect onshore and offshore operations. Small ships, trawlers and boats could face difficulties in rough seas.

Road and rail traffic may be disrupted because of heavy rainfall and squally winds. In hilly areas, localized landslides, mudslides and landslips are possible. Low-lying areas may also experience waterlogging, inundation and flooding.

Reduced visibility during periods of intense rainfall could create additional difficulties for commuters and motorists.

Helicopter services may also be affected in areas experiencing poor weather conditions.

Authorities Advise People to Take Precautions

The IMD has advised people to remain alert to changing weather conditions and be prepared to move to safer locations if required.

People have been advised not to take shelter under trees during thunderstorms because of the risk of lightning. Residents have also been urged to disconnect electrical and electronic appliances if lightning is expected and to stay away from water bodies and objects that conduct electricity.

Fishing operations were advised to remain suspended during the period of adverse marine conditions, while transport, tourism, recreational activities and offshore operations were advised to be regulated according to the prevailing situation.

With the depression expected to weaken further into a well-marked low-pressure area, rainfall intensity may gradually change. However, the IMD has warned that heavy rain will continue in several areas on Friday and Saturday, making continued monitoring and precautionary measures important for residents of vulnerable districts.