North India, including cities in Uttar Pradesh like Kanpur, Agra, and Lucknow, experiences severe cold, with the IMD predicting above-normal temperatures but fewer cold waves this winter.
Agency(Kanpur): A severe cold wave has enveloped North India, particularly affecting Uttar Pradesh, where cities like Kanpur, Agra, and Lucknow are experiencing intense cold conditions. Kanpur was shrouded in thick fog early on Sunday, significantly affecting daily activities and routines. Locals in Agra reported a noticeable increase in the cold over the past few days, disrupting morning activities and cautious commuting. In Lucknow, the state capital, the minimum temperature dipped to 10 degrees Celsius early Sunday morning.
The cold wave has also brought joy to devotees in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, who experienced a fresh burst of snowfall near the Vaishno Devi Bhawan. In response to the harsh weather conditions, the Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has taken steps to tackle the potential cold wave and ensure the safety of the homeless and vulnerable population. The government allocated Rs 120 crore to the Relief Department for providing temporary accommodation, food, clothing, and medical facilities.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) held a virtual media briefing where Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra stated that the maximum and minimum temperatures in December are likely to remain above normal in most parts of the country. However, the occurrence of cold waves in the north, northwest, central, east, and northeast parts of the country during this winter season (December to February 2024) is expected to remain below normal.
