The Meteorological Department has warned that most parts of India are expected to experience above-normal temperatures during June.
States likely to face more heatwave days than usual include:
- Tamil Nadu
- Andhra Pradesh
- Telangana
- Maharashtra
- Gujarat
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Bihar
- Odisha
- Chhattisgarh
- Himachal Pradesh
Officials cautioned that reduced rainfall and rising temperatures could affect:
- Agriculture
- Drinking water availability
- Electricity demand
State and district administrations have been advised to take precautionary measures to handle potential heatwave conditions and minimize public impact.