The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heatwaves in the States of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, and Gujarat on May 16.
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In a tweet on May 16, the IMD said the heat wave conditions were likely over northwest India and Bihar during the next five days and to commence over East and central India from 18th May, 2024.