A severe cold wave has gripped northern Odisha, with the Ramatirtha area in Mayurbhanj district recording the lowest temperature of -10°C. Other parts of Mayurbhanj and nearby regions are also experiencing extreme cold conditions. This cold wave is expected to last for a couple of days, impacting multiple states across India.

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• Severe cold wave hits northern Odisha, with Ramatirtha in Mayurbhanj recording -10°C.
• Other areas in Mayurbhanj, like Gurguria and Barehipani, recorded 6°C, Chahala 4°C, Nawana -5°C, and Upper Baraha Kamuda -3°C.
• The cold wave is expected to last for 1-2 days, with temperatures set to rise by December 16-17.
• IMD predicts cold wave conditions in parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Odisha until December 16.
• A cold wave is also forecast in West Rajasthan and East Rajasthan from December 14-20.
• Srinagar’s temperature dropped to a minimum of -5°C, with a maximum of 9°C.
• Shimla and surrounding areas are experiencing cold weather and disruptions due to fresh snowfall.
• Delhi’s temperature dropped to 7°C, with some areas covered in fog.
• Shelter homes in Delhi are providing food, bedding, and medical care to those seeking refuge from the cold.
• Ved Pal, a shelter manager, confirmed food and blankets are provided, with first aid facilities available for medical needs.