India, July 11 -- The IMD has issued heavy rainfall alerts for more than 20 states as the active monsoon continues to influence weather conditions.

Delhi-NCR is under a Yellow Alert with forecasts of heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds during the day.

Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh have reported road closures, landslides and travel disruptions due to continuous heavy rainfall.

Orange Alert has been issued for several northeastern and eastern states expecting heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours.

Farmers and residents have been advised to stay alert, avoid unnecessary travel and follow official weather advisories during the active monsoon spell.

The southwest monsoon continued to remain active across...