Wed Jul 02 00:00:00 UTC 2025: **Here’s a summary of the text:**

Monsoon has reactivated in Uttar Pradesh, bringing significant rainfall and relief from the heat. The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall alert for 20 districts, particularly in the southern parts of the state. Several districts are expected to receive very heavy rainfall. In the last 24 hours, Lakhimpur and Varanasi have recorded the highest rainfall. Lucknow’s infrastructure struggled with the downpour, leading to waterlogged streets and disrupted traffic. Varanasi experienced significantly higher rainfall this June compared to the average, and the monsoon trough is currently passing through Kanpur and Varanasi. Agra is also expecting thunderstorms and moderate rainfall.
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**News Article:**

**Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued for 20 UP Districts as Monsoon Revives**

**Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh** – After a brief respite, monsoon activity has returned to Uttar Pradesh, bringing much-needed rainfall and relief from the scorching heat. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for 20 districts across the state, with warnings of very heavy rainfall in some southern regions.

Districts including Prayagraj, Sonbhadra, Chitrakoot, Banda, and Varanasi are expected to receive the brunt of the downpour. Other districts like Lakhimpur Kheri, Saharanpur, and Bareilly are also under a heavy rainfall advisory. The IMD has also warned of potential thunderstorms and lightning strikes in several districts.

The recent rainfall has already caused disruptions in some cities. In Lucknow, the state capital, heavy downpours exposed the city’s drainage problems, leading to waterlogged streets and traffic snarls. Areas near Janeshwar Mishra Park were particularly affected.

Varanasi has experienced an exceptionally wet June, with rainfall significantly exceeding the average. On Monday alone, the city recorded 86.8 mm of rain, the highest single-day rainfall in the season. This is compared to 92.4 mm of rainfall, which was recorded on June 27th of 1993.

The monsoon trough is currently passing through Kanpur and Varanasi, creating favorable conditions for continued rainfall.

Residents are advised to take necessary precautions and stay updated on weather forecasts. Local authorities are urged to ensure adequate drainage and disaster preparedness measures are in place to mitigate the impact of the heavy rainfall.

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