Monsoon dampens Raksha Bandhan celebrations; Heavy rains lash Delhi, North India
Delhi-NCR and several states faced heavy rainfall on Raksha Bandhan, causing waterlogging and disruptions. IMD’s earlier forecast proved accurate as UP, Bihar, and Uttarakhand also received intense showers. While the rains brought relief from heat, they also led to flood alerts. Authorities urge caution as the monsoon remains active across northern and eastern India.