The meteorological department has issued red and orange alerts for heavy to very heavy rains in eastern and southern districts of Rajasthan for today and tomorrow. Our correspondent reports that heavy rains are continuing in many parts of the state, which has affected normal life.

        In the last 24 hours, torrential rains were recorded in many parts of eastern Rajasthan. The maximum rainfall of 24 cm was recorded in Ramganjmandi of Kota district. Due to waterlogging in Kota, the situation has become dire at many places and connectivity of villages has been cut off from the main roads. Heavy rains have also disrupted life in many parts of Jhalawar, Tonk, Bhilwara, Baran, Pratapgarh and Chittorgarh districts. The water level of Chambal river in Dholpur has crossed the danger mark. In view of the warning of heavy rains, leaves have been declared for schools in many districts.