- India,
- 15-Jun-2026 05:27 PM IST
A shocking video has surfaced on social media that has left viewers stunned, showcasing the raw power of nature in Rajasthan. The video, which has been circulating widely, captures a massive sandstorm that recently rose in Churu. As people scroll through their social media feeds, this particular footage stands out due to the sheer scale of the dust cloud that completely took over the city. The weather currently seems to be playing a game of hide and seek with the public. One moment, people stepping outside are greeted by scorching sunlight and intense heat, and shortly after, the weather takes a sudden turn with strong winds blowing across the region. This unpredictable pattern often leads to a sky that looks ready for rain, though the downpour doesn't always follow. Recently, Delhi-NCR also witnessed a very strong dust storm, but the visuals coming from Churu are particularly striking.
Visuals of the Churu Sandstorm
The video in question was posted by the news agency ANI on its official account. In the footage, a formidable and terrifying sandstorm is visible, towering over the landscape. The scale of the storm is emphasized by the sight of small houses appearing tiny beneath the massive wall of dust. As far as the eye can see in the video, the storm dominates the horizon. Along with the video, information was provided stating that a massive cloud of dust rose in Churu this afternoon, which subsequently engulfed the entire city. The sight of the city being swallowed by the dust is enough to surprise anyone who watches the clip.
National Weather Update and Rain Alerts
While Churu deals with sandstorms, other parts of the country are preparing for significant rainfall. According to the latest weather updates, several regions are on high alert. In the northeastern states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh, as well as in Sikkim and the hilly areas of West Bengal, very heavy rain is expected over the next 6 to 7 days. The northern regions are also seeing a shift in patterns. In Jammu and Kashmir, rain is predicted from 15 to 18 June, followed by an alert for heavy rain between 18 and 21 June. Similarly, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are expected to experience rainfall between 15 and 21 June.
Rain Forecast for Other States
The weather department has also indicated that Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh are likely to receive rain this week, while moving towards the eastern part of the country, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha are also in the path of the upcoming weather system. Specifically, in Bihar, there is a heavy rain alert in place from 16 to 19 June. Central India isn't exempt either, as Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are expected to see rain throughout the entire week. Down south and along the western coast, states including Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Goa, and Maharashtra are also likely to experience rainfall for the duration of the week, marking a widespread change in weather conditions across the nation.
#WATCH | Rajasthan: A storm kicks up a wall of dust in Churu, this afternoon, engulfing the city. pic.twitter.com/uASiBTFbUH
— ANI MP/CG/Rajasthan (@ANI_MP_CG_RJ) June 15, 2026
