India, June 3 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a widespread rainfall alert across Maharashtra till June 8, with Pune and many other districts expected to witness light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds over the next few days.

In Pune, light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorm activity may continue till at least June 6. A yellow alert has been issued for the city on June 3 and June 5. So far, no specific colour-coded alert has been announced for June 4 and June 6 however weather forecasts indicate a continued possibility of rain during the period.

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for several districts in Vidarbha till June 6, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty win...