IMD says rain will continue for Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Lakshadweep
In short
The IMD said Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Lakshadweep will see widespread rain into the weekend. It linked this to stronger easterly winds over the Bay of Bengal and the change from the southwest monsoon to the northeast monsoon.
This matters for daily travel, farming and local conditions in the region. The report does not give rainfall amounts or say if any warnings were issued.
What the reporting says
The IMD forecast widespread rain for Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Lakshadweep into the weekend as easterly flow gathers pace over the Bay of Bengal. The update points to a seasonal shift from the southwest monsoon to the northeast monsoon. The reporting does not mention rainfall totals, warnings, or specific districts.
Why it matters
The India Meteorological Department said widespread rain is likely for Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Lakshadweep into the weekend as easterly flow strengthens over the Bay of Bengal. The update also signals the seasonal transition from the southwest monsoon to the northeast monsoon. The reporting does not state rainfall amounts, the exact timing beyond the weekend, or any disruption forecast.