India is bracing for a hotter-than-usual summer this year, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting an increase in heatwave days across several regions of the country from April to June. According to IMD chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, most parts of India are expected to experience higher-than-normal maximum temperatures, while minimum temperatures will also remain above the usual averages in most areas.
From April to June, central and eastern India, along with the northwestern plains, are anticipated to face two to four additional heatwave days compared to the usual range. Typically, India records between four to seven heatwave days during this period, but the IMD has warned that northwest India may see double the number of heatwave days this summer. States likely to experience above-normal heatwave days include Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and the northern parts of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
In April, most of India will witness higher-than-usual maximum temperatures, although some areas in the extreme southern and northwestern regions may experience temperatures within the normal range. Minimum temperatures across most of the country are also expected to be higher than usual, with exceptions in a few places in the northwest and northeast where temperatures may be normal or slightly below normal.
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Experts are also cautioning that India should prepare for a significant peak in electricity demand growth, with an expected rise of 9 to 10 percent this summer season. This increase in demand is largely attributed to the higher number of heatwave days anticipated across the country, which could lead to increased usage of air conditioners, coolers, and other cooling appliances.
As the summer approaches, the IMD’s forecast emphasizes the need for proper preparedness, particularly in high-risk areas prone to extreme heat, to ensure the safety and well-being of citizens.
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