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India Forecasts Above-Normal Heatwaves

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated Mar 01, 2026

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-20
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2
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7
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The forecast of above-normal heatwave days in India could negatively impact agricultural output, increase demand for power and water, and strain public health services. The lowest February rainfall since 2001 also raises concerns for water-dependent industries.

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Event Summary

The India===India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast predicting above-normal heatwave days across most parts of India between March and May. This includes regions like West Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, and parts of Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. IMD DG Mrutyunjay Mohapatra warned that these conditions pose significant risks to public health, water resources, power demand, and essential services. While March is expected to see normal to below-normal maximum temperatures in many areas, the overall outlook for the season is concerning. Additionally, India experienced its lowest February rainfall since 2001, with no cold waves recorded during the month, and the 10th highest maximum temperature, third highest minimum temperature, and fifth highest mean temperature since 1901.

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100 India===India Meteorological Department forecasted above-normal heatwave days India
80 India===India Meteorological Department reported lowest February rainfall since 2001 India
Entities Involved
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India===India Meteorological Department
The India===India Meteorological Department issued a forecast predicting above-normal heatwave days across most parts of India between March and May, which could impact various sectors.
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India
India is expected to experience above-normal heatwave days across most parts between March and May, which could lead to significant risks for public health, water resources, and power demand. The country also recorded its lowest February rainfall since 2001.
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Mrutyunjay Mohapatra
Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the Director General of the India===India Meteorological Department, highlighted the significant risks posed by the increased likelihood of heatwave conditions to public health, water resources, power demand, and essential services.
Importance 60 Sentiment 0
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Mrutyunjay Mohapatra related ↔ India===India Meteorological Department
India related ↔ India===India Meteorological Department
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