Intense Heatwave Persists Across India, Prompting Severe Weather Alerts

With temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius, regions experience critical impacts including power shortages and water scarcity.

Severe heatwave conditions affect multiple Indian states including Odisha, West Bengal, and Jharkhand, with temperatures reaching up to 46 degrees Celsius.
India Meteorological Department issues orange and yellow alerts for several states, forecasting prolonged heatwave conditions.
Rainfall in Telangana and Bengaluru offers temporary relief from the heat, with predictions of continued showers in some regions.
First sunstroke death reported in Odisha, highlighting the severe health risks associated with the ongoing heatwave.
IMD predicts an increase in heatwave days during the April-June period due to weakening El Nino conditions, raising concerns for the upcoming general elections.