Bihar is once again bracing itself as clouds gather and winds pick up across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in several districts under the influence of the Montha cyclone, which is gradually moving toward eastern India.
According to IMD reports, the cyclone’s peripheral impact may bring rain to Patna, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, and Gaya over the next 48 hours. While temperatures are expected to hover between 23°C to 28°C, humidity levels will remain high, giving the air a sticky, dense feel.
Light showers began early Thursday morning in parts of north and central Bihar, offering temporary relief from the October heat. But the forecast suggests that the intensity could rise later in the day. The IMD has also warned of thunderstorms and lightning in isolated areas, urging citizens to avoid open spaces during heavy spells.
For farmers, however, the news has brought mixed emotions. This is the crucial harvest window, and while the rain nourishes the soil, it also threatens the standing crops and stored produce. “If the rain continues for long, our grains will get spoiled,” said a farmer from Samastipur, glancing at the darkening horizon.
Meanwhile, Patna and adjoining districts have been put on alert. Local administrations are monitoring water levels in low-lying areas to prevent urban flooding. Traffic police have been asked to remain vigilant in case of
Weather experts suggest that Montha may not make direct landfall in Bihar but its outer bands could trigger rain and gusty winds in several regions. The system, which developed over the Bay of Bengal, is expected to weaken gradually by the weekend.
As Bihar stands under cloudy skies today, people wait with a blend of relief and apprehension. The Montha cyclone has brought back the familiar rhythm of rain—but also the anxious hope that nature’s grace does not turn into nature’s test.
