• The Daily Hints
• 05 Oct, 2025

§  Kolkata Rain Alert

§  West Bengal Weather Alert

§  Heavy Rain Batters Kolkata

§  Durga Puja Carnival Under Threat

§  North Bengal Floods, Teesta Crosses Danger Level

West Bengal faces a critical weather emergency as relentless rainfall continues to pummel both North and South Bengal with the Teesta River flowing above danger levels and multiple landslides cutting off connectivity to Sikkim and Darjeeling, while Kolkata braces for potential disruption to today's Durga Puja carnival.

The Alipore Meteorological Department has issued stark warnings that heavy rainfall will persist until October 7th across both North and South Bengal, creating dangerous conditions that have already left thousands stranded and major transportation routes completely blocked.

Kolkata Under Storm Siege: Carnival in Jeopardy

Despite post-Durga Puja celebrations, disaster continues to loom over the city as Kolkata witnessed intense lightning and thunderstorms throughout Saturday night. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirms that light to moderate rain will continue today with scattered showers expected across South Bengal.

Critical concern emerges for today’s Red Road Durga Puja Carnival scheduled from 3 PM to midnight, as meteorologists predict multiple rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall during the event. The Doppler radar installed atop the New Secretariat Building will provide real-time updates for immediate weather advisories.

Spectacular lightning display illuminated Kolkata between 2:30 AM to 4:00 AM with the city recording 71mm of rainfall and experiencing 12 lightning strikes per minute during peak intensity, creating a thunderous spectacle that shook the entire metropolitan area.

North Bengal Crisis: Rivers Rage, Roads Collapse

Catastrophic flooding has devastated North Bengal as the Teesta River surges beyond danger levels, completely submerging the Teesta Bazar area and forcing the closure of National Highway 55 connecting Siliguri to Darjeeling.

·       Emergency evacuation efforts are underway as multiple locations report severe infrastructure damage,

o   Dudhia Bridge collapse on the Sikkim route occurred this morning

o   Landslides block National Highway 10 at multiple points

o   Road connectivity severed between Bengal and Sikkim

o   State Highway 12 suspended due to Teesta overflow

o   Multiple tourist groups stranded in hill stations

District Magistrate reports confirm that heavy rainfall in upstream Bhutan has dramatically increased water flow in the Jaldhaka River, causing widespread flooding in Dhupguri block of Jalpaiguri district.

Red Alert Across Northern Districts

The IMD has declared Red Alert warnings for virtually all North Bengal districts except South Dinajpur with Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar and Alipurduar facing the most severe threat of up to 300mm rainfall in some areas.

Chief Minister’s office confirms that rescue operations are actively underway but continuous rainfall is hampering rehabilitation efforts as emergency teams struggle to clear debris and restore connectivity.

Weather Pattern Analysis: Low-Pressure System Impact

Meteorological experts explain that the primary low-pressure area centers over North Bengal with its tail extending through Central Bengal to South Bengal, creating the perfect storm for sustained regional rainfall.

·       Advanced weather modeling indicates

o   Scattered moderate rainfall continuing across South Bengal

o   Heavy to very heavy downpours persisting in North Bengal

o   Thunderstorm activity with gusty winds up to 43 kmph

o   Gradual improvement expected only after October 7th

Transportation Nightmare: Thousands Stranded

Holiday travelers face massive disruption as multiple transportation corridors remain completely blocked. Tourist groups visiting during Durga Puja find themselves trapped in Mirik, Darjeeling and Sikkim with no immediate evacuation timeline.

Railway connectivity severely impacted with several routes experiencing delays and cancellations due to waterlogging and landslide debris on tracks connecting to North Bengal destinations.

Emergency Response Intensifies

State Emergency Management has deployed additional rescue teams as Chief Secretary coordinates relief efforts from the state secretariat. Medical teams remain on standby in flood-affected areas with emergency supplies pre-positioned.

Local administration sources report that bridge inspections are ongoing after the Dudhia Bridge collapse, while engineering teams assess structural damage to other critical infrastructure connecting Bengal with neighboring states.

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Looking Ahead: Extended Forecast Brings Hope

Weather forecasters predict gradual improvement starting October 7th, though scattered rainfall may continue through the week. Monday’s Lakshmi Puja celebrations could face moderate rain with thunderstorms across multiple districts.

Long-term weather models suggest potential cyclone formation in November as La Nina conditions strengthen with international meteorological agencies tracking multiple low-pressure developments expected in the Bay of Bengal during October.

Public Safety Advisory

·       Authorities strongly advise residents to,

o   Avoid unnecessary travel to North Bengal districts

o   Stay updated with real-time weather alerts

o   Keep emergency supplies ready

o   Follow official evacuation orders if issued

o   Monitor local news for road connectivity updates

The State Disaster Management Authority continues round-the-clock monitoring as West Bengal battles one of its most challenging weather emergencies in recent years with thousands of families affected by the ongoing deluge.

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