The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of southern India over the coming days, with Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal likely to experience intense spells of rain until October 26. Kerala and Mahe are also expected to receive heavy rainfall during the same period. In its weather bulletin issued on October 20, the IMD said a low-pressure area is likely to form over the southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining Tamil Nadu coast within the next 24 hours. The system could bring widespread rainfall to parts of southern India from October 21 onwards. Isolated heavy rainfall is likely over Lakshadweep from October 22 to 26, while South Interior Karnataka may receive heavy rain between October 21 and 24. Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema are also likely to experience heavy rainfall on October 21.
