The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of an impending severe heatwave across several states in North India, including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh. The warning comes after a scorching May 21, when maximum temperatures soared beyond 45 degrees Celsius in these regions.
The weather office stated that heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are expected in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh until May 25. Additionally, Jammu, Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat, and parts of Madhya Pradesh will also experience heatwave conditions until May 25, while Maharashtra is forecasted to face similar conditions until May 24.
Amidst the predictions of a severe heatwave, Rajasthan is facing the havoc of soaring temperatures and scorching heat from the heatwave. In the last 24 hours, the maximum temperature registered was 46.6 degrees Celsius in Pilani, while Sri Ganganagar was second on the list with the maximum temperature of 46.3 degrees Celsius. According to the Regional Meteorological Department, the temperature in West Rajasthan is set to rise beyond the mark of 47 degrees Celsius.
Chandigarh continues to face heatwave conditions as mercury rises across the country. As per IMD, Chandigarh is likely to record a maximum temperature of 44°C today with ‘mainly clear sky’.
