Heatwave grips India: WMO flags El Niño by mid-2026; IMD warns of below-normal monsoon
El Nino conditions are expected to return soon, influencing global weather patterns and potentially weakening monsoon systems. This comes as parts of India, particularly Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region, are experiencing severe heatwaves with temperatures soaring. Authorities are taking measures to combat the heat and prepare for potential monsoon challenges.
