Yogi govt alert over weather, instructions to keep schools closed in districts under red alert and facing the possibility of flash floods
CM appeals to the public not to venture outside unnecessarily during lightning and excessive rainfall
DMs and officials directed to remain active in the field, special vigilance in UP regarding weather until September 27
Swift action to be taken on every weather warning, increased vigilance in districts under red-orange alert
Lucknow, September 2026 : In view of changing weather conditions, heavy rainfall and warnings of thunderstorms and lightning in Uttar Pradesh, the Yogi government has gone fully on alert. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, in view of heavy rainfall and the situation arising from flash floods in the state, has directed the District Magistrates of all concerned districts to maintain special vigilance and visit the field.
The Chief Minister has directed that schools be kept closed in districts under red alert and facing the possibility of flash floods. Senior officials have also been directed to maintain complete vigilance and immediately assess the damage caused by lightning and excessive rainfall and provide all possible assistance to affected families within 24 hours.
Everyone has been appealed to not venture outside unnecessarily during lightning and excessive rainfall. People have been advised to avoid bathing in rivers and water bodies and to exercise special caution.
He said that the state government stands with the people of the state with full commitment in every situation. In addition, officials have been directed to take effective measures according to local conditions for the safety of the public and to maintain special monitoring in sensitive areas.
The Chief Minister has directed officials to ensure the safety of people living in dilapidated houses and huts. He has said that such people should be shifted to the nearest relief shelter as required, so that their lives are not endangered in the event of heavy rainfall or flash floods.
Earlier, Relief Commissioner Dr. Hrishikesh Bhaskar Yashod held a video conference with the District Magistrates of districts under red and orange alerts and reviewed the weather situation and preparations.
He directed officials to remain active in the field, continuously monitor local conditions and ensure immediate action in the event of any emergency.
According to the forecast of the India Meteorological Department, the weather is likely to remain affected in the state until September 27. In eastern Uttar Pradesh, a warning of very heavy rainfall has been issued for September 25 and 26, while heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning and strong winds is forecast for September 27. In western Uttar Pradesh also, heavy rainfall and thunder and lightning are likely from September 25 to 27.
The Relief Commissioner said, “Ensuring the safety of the life and property of every person is the responsibility of the administration. District Magistrates should themselves remain in the field, inspect the situation and maintain continuous communication with the public. Instructions have been issued to disseminate information regarding weather warnings and necessary precautions widely among the people through public address systems, local communication channels and other available resources.”
In view of the red alert in Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Siddharthnagar, Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, Bahraich, Rampur, Bareilly, Pilibhit and Shahjahanpur, instructions have been issued to maintain special vigilance.
Meanwhile, in Banda, Chitrakoot, Kaushambi, Prayagraj, Fatehpur, Pratapgarh, Sant Kabir Nagar, Maharajganj, Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Raebareli, Amethi, Sultanpur, Ayodhya, Ambedkar Nagar, Basti, Siddharthnagar, Gonda, Balrampur, Hardoi, Lucknow, Barabanki, Bijnor, Amroha, Moradabad, Sambhal and Badaun, among other areas, officials will remain active in view of the orange alert.
In view of the possibility of flash floods in some watershed areas of Azamgarh, Ballia, Ghazipur, Mau, Maharajganj, Kushinagar, Deoria, Gorakhpur, Sant Kabir Nagar, Siddharthnagar, Basti, Balrampur, Ambedkar Nagar, Pratapgarh, Sultanpur, Ayodhya, Gonda, Shravasti, Sitapur, Lakhimpur Kheri, Bahraich, Hardoi, Lucknow, Unnao, Raebareli, Barabanki, Amethi, Fatehpur, Kanpur Nagar, Banda, Kaushambi and Chitrakoot, instructions have been issued to keep security and relief agencies ready as required.
The Relief Commissioner directed that during strong winds and lightning, people should be prevented from going to open spaces, near trees, orchards and parks. It should also be ensured that no person is forced to stay under the open sky. All arrangements related to relief and rescue should be kept active and immediate action should be taken whenever required.
