New Delhi/Chandigarh, July 1 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a significant increase in monsoon activity across northwest and central India over the coming week, with Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi expected to witness widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds.

The enhanced weather activity is likely to provide relief from the prevailing hot and humid conditions, even as authorities have been advised to remain alert for localised waterlogging and weather-related disruptions.

According to the All India Weather Summary and Forecast Bulletin issued by the National Weather Forecasting Centre (NWFC) at 8:00 AM IST on Tuesday, July 1, 2026, the Southwest Monsoon has advanced further into additional par...