India, July 26 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a series of weather alerts, placing several districts across Maharashtra under red and orange warnings as intense monsoon rains sweep in.

The weather body has forecast heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours. Authorities are on high alert, and precautionary measures are being swiftly implemented to minimise risk.

The IMD issued a red alert for Raigad, Ratnagiri, Gondia, Chandrapur, Bhandara, and Gadchiroli, predicting extremely heavy rainfall and potential flooding.

Authorities have also urged residents to stay indoors, avoid travel unless necessary, and closely follow local authorities' updates.

Meanwhile, a holiday has been declared for all schools, colleges, and Angan...