Pune: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Pune, indicating a forecast of more rain throughout the day on Thursday (September 26).
Since early morning, various parts of Pune have been witnessing fresh spells of rain, further complicating preparations for the PM Modi rally in Pune.
Given these weather conditions, the event scheduled to be held today at S.P. College grounds are facing logistical challenges as the area has become waterlogged and muddy from the downpour over the past two days.
The much-anticipated inauguration of Pune Metro’s underground stretch between Shivajinagar District Sessions Court and Swargate by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with the groundbreaking ceremony for the extended Swargate to Katraj metro route, has also been thrown into uncertainty due to persistent heavy rains in the city.
In response to the adverse weather conditions, the district administration has reportedly begun considering alternative arrangements. The Ganesh Kala Krida Rangmanch, located near the Swargate Metro Station, is being prepped as a backup venue in case the S.P. College grounds become unusable.
The alternative site offers a covered venue, providing shelter from the rain, but as of now, no official change of venue has been declared.
Despite the preparations at Ganesh Kala Krida Rangmanch, the administration has yet to issue a formal statement confirming whether the event will be moved or proceed as planned.
Organizers and officials are closely monitoring the weather, and a last-minute decision may be made depending on the evolving situation.