Prime Minister Narendra Modis planned visit to Pune on Thursday, September 26, has been called off due to the adverse weather conditions affecting the region. Heavy rainfall has been reported across various districts in Maharashtra, prompting this decision.PM Narendra Modis visit to Pune, Maharashtra cancelled due to the heavy rain situation in the city.(File photo) pic.twitter.com/VJlrBepmzM— ANI (@ANI) September 26, 2024Inauguration of Metro Corridor PostponedThe Prime Minister was scheduled to inaugurate the highly anticipated underground Metro corridor that connects the Civil Court area to Swargate in Pune. This project has been in the works for some time, and its launch was eagerly awaited by residents and local officials alike. However, the ongoing inclement weather has made travel unsafe, leading to the cancellation of the event.Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for numerous districts in Maharashtra as the heavy rains wreak havoc in the area. The warnings indicate potential flooding and other hazards, causing widespread concern among residents. In response to these conditions, schools and colleges in Mumbai and Thane have declared a holiday to ensure the safety of students.Rainfall Warning : 26th September 2024वर्षा की चेतावनी : 26th सितंबर 2024#rainfallwarning #IMDWeatherUpdate #stayalert #staysafe #konkan #goa #Gujarat #Maharashtra #ArunachalPradesh #WestBengal #bihar #assam #meghalaya #sikkim@moesgoi @ndmaindia @airnewsalerts @DDNewslive… pic.twitter.com/wwzxtrTUSc— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) September 25, 2024The relentless rainfall has also disrupted local transportation systems, affecting both train and flight schedules. Commuters are facing significant delays, and authorities are urging the public to exercise caution while traveling.As the state grapples with the impacts of this severe weather, the focus remains on ensuring public safety and restoring normalcy in affected areas. Further updates will be provided as the situation evolves.
