Saralnama60-70 km/h winds are expected in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for heavy rain in 5 southern districts: Narayanpur, Bastar, Bijapur, Dantewada, and Sukma. Orange alerts were issued for Kondagaon, Kanker, Dhamtari, and Gariaband. The warnings come as a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal intensifies into a cyclonic storm. Raipur and other districts are under yellow alert. Thunderstorms and lightning are likely. Farmers are advised to protect their crops from rain and strong winds. Chhattisgarh has already received 59% more rainfall than average this October. (Updated 27 Oct 2025, 08:12 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 60-70 km/h winds are expected in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region on 28 Oct 2023
- The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for heavy rain in 5 southern districts: Narayanpur, Bastar, Bijapur, Dantewada, and Sukma
- Orange alerts were issued for Kondagaon, Kanker, Dhamtari, and Gariaband