Punjab Thunderstorm News: Why Jalandhar, Amritsar, Ludhiana & other regions witnessed severe storms?

Punjab's Weather took a drastic turn on Saturday night as multiple districts of the state witnessed severe thunderstorms. The thunderstorm was so strong that multiple iron poles in residential and commercial areas collapsed. Deaths were also reported in Jalandhar and other districts of Punjab due to strong thunderstorms on Saturday night. In Jalandhar, many areas remained without electricity for many hours. A few areas of Jalandhar got electricity back after 1 am late night. Now, the question arises how multiple districts of Punjab were struck by so strong thunderstorm? Below is what you need to know-

Punjab Thunderstorm on May 24: Reason behind it

As per reports, the storm was the result of a sudden interaction between a western disturbance and warm, moisture-laden air over northern India. This clash of systems caused a sharp drop in atmospheric pressure, leading to violent gusts of wind and localized thunderstorms.

 

It is said that the high daytime temperatures over the last few days had created an unstable weather pattern. When the western disturbance moved in from Afghanistan and Pakistan, it triggered convective activity—leading to the intense dust storm and rainfall witnessed across central and northern Punjab.

•  Jalandhar: Several trees were uprooted, and the electricity supply was interrupted in many parts of the city. Commuters faced delays as roads were blocked by fallen branches and debris.
•  Amritsar: Strong winds damaged rooftops and temporary structures in open markets. Amritsar airport also witnessed temporary delays in flight operations due to poor visibility.
• Ludhiana: Power cuts and internet outages were reported across residential and industrial zones. Local authorities worked overnight to restore essential services.

Multiple districts of Punjab will witness thunderstorms, including rainfall and strong winds, on May 25, 26, 27, and 28. Check areas along with dates where rainfall is predicted to happen- 

May 25 (today)- Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Ludhiana, Rupnagar, Mohali, Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala, and Sangrur
May 26, 2025- Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Ludhiana, Rupnagar, Mohali, Fatehgarh Sahib, Sangrur, and Patiala. 
May 27, 2025- Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Rupnagar, Mohali, and Fatehgarh Sahib
May 28, 2025- Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur, Rupnagar, Ludhiana, Nawanshahr, Mohali, Fatehgarh Sahib, and Patiala