Under the potential impact of cyclone ‘Arnab’, unseasonal rain, thunderstorms and strong winds are likely in Uttar Pradesh between October 28 and 31.
According to the forecast, winds are likely to blow at 30 to 40 kilometres per hour on October 28 in Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, Chandauli, Varanasi, Bhadohi, Ghazipur, and Ballia, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for these districts.
An orange alert has been issued for October 29 due to the possibility of heavy rainfall and strong winds in several districts.
Rainfall is forecast in several areas, including Chitrakoot, Kaushambi, Prayagraj, Fatehpur, Pratapgarh, Rae Bareli, Amethi and Sultanpur.
On October 30, heavy rain and strong winds are also likely in Bareilly, Pilibhit and Shahjahanpur, along with several districts of Purvanchal, Awadh, and the Terai region. As a result, daytime temperatures may fall by 5 to 8 degrees Celsius.
In light of the forecast, the Uttar Pradesh Relief Commissioner’s Office has issued precautionary guidelines for the general public and farmers, with the administration also laying emphasis on relief and rescue preparations, according to an official statement issued on Monday night.
The Relief Commissioner’s Office has urged people to follow weather-related warnings and the administration’s instructions.
During storms, people have been advised to take shelter in permanent buildings, stay away from trees, electricity poles and weak structures, and avoid unnecessary travel. They have also been advised to avoid open fields, agricultural land and areas near water bodies during lightning.
Farmers have been advised to take necessary precautions to protect their crops and agricultural produce, and to keep their livestock in safe places.
People have been urged to check official weather bulletins and alerts on the Sachet app for the latest updates, the statement said.
The IMD on Monday had said the deep depression over east-central and southeast Bay of Bengal has moved westward and has intensified.
Cyclone Arnab is likely to cross Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam as a very severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained winds of 115-125 kmph gusting up to 140 kmph by the forenoon of October 28.
Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 | 12:55 PM IST