Heatwave grips MP’s Malwa-Nimar region:MD issues four-day alert for Indore-Ujjain divisions, severe heat likely in Bhopal too

The Malwa-Nimar region of Madhya Pradesh, including the Indore and Ujjain divisions, is expected to remain under the grip of a severe heatwave for the next four days. Out of the 15 districts in the two divisions, 11 districts are on heatwave alert. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also warned of heatwave conditions in parts of the Bhopal and Narmadapuram divisions. Several districts experienced intense heat on Tuesday, while parts of the Nimar region witnessed strong thunderstorms, rain and hailstorms. Ratlam recorded a scorching 46.5 degrees Celsius, the highest temperature in the state. Cyclonic circulation triggers sudden weather changes According to the Meteorological Department, a cyclonic circulation and trough activity became active across the state on Tuesday, causing sudden weather changes in multiple districts. Balaghat, Seoni, Datia, Tikamgarh, Dhar, Indore, Dewas, Sehore, Sagar, Chhindwara and Raisen experienced intense heat during the afternoon before weather conditions changed by evening. Hailstorms were reported in Niwari and Balaghat, while several other districts witnessed thunderstorms and rainfall. In Bhopal, clouds appeared intermittently amid strong sunshine, and light drizzle was reported in some areas at night. Meanwhile, Indore saw extreme daytime heat, leading to an unusual wedding procession that became the talk of the city. At a wedding procession near Sayaji Hotel, a long canopy was arranged for guests dancing in the procession, while more than 20 jumbo coolers accompanied the band to provide relief from the heat. Ratlam hottest at 46.5°C; Ujjain crosses 44°C Several cities recorded extremely high temperatures on Tuesday. Ratlam remained the hottest city in Madhya Pradesh for the third consecutive day with a maximum temperature of 46.5°C. Dhar was the second hottest city at 44.5°C, followed by Sheopur and Shajapur at 44°C. Khargone recorded 43.6°C, Guna 43.3°C and Sagar 43.2°C. Khandwa recorded 43.1°C, while Agar-Malwa and Mandla touched 43°C. Raisen, Narmadapuram, Datia and Damoh recorded 42.6°C. Naugaon recorded 42.5°C, Khajuraho 42.4°C and Umaria 42.1°C. Betul, Satna and Tikamgarh registered temperatures around 42°C. Among the state’s five major cities, Ujjain was the hottest at 44.4°C, followed by Indore at 43.6°C, Bhopal at 42.6°C, Jabalpur at 42°C and Gwalior at 41.5°C. See, two pictures Heatwave alert issued for these districts The IMD has issued a heatwave alert for Wednesday in Indore, Ujjain, Ratlam, Rajgarh, Shajapur, Jhabua, Alirajpur, Dhar, Dewas, Khargone, Khandwa and Burhanpur. Temperatures in these districts may reach up to 45°C.
Severe heat conditions are also expected in Bhopal, Raisen, Sehore, Vidisha, Barwani, Neemuch, Agar-Malwa, Mandsaur, Ratlam, Narmadapuram, Betul, Harda, Gwalior, Guna, Shivpuri, Datia, Ashoknagar, Morena, Bhind, Sheopur, Jabalpur, Katni, Chhindwara, Seoni, Narsinghpur, Balaghat, Mandla, Dindori, Pandhurna, Rewa, Satna, Sidhi, Singrauli, Mauganj, Maihar, Shahdol, Umaria, Anuppur, Sagar, Panna, Damoh, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh and Niwari. Rainfall recorded for 11 consecutive days in May Madhya Pradesh witnessed continuous spells of thunderstorms and rainfall from April 30 to May 10.
Weather systems including western disturbances, cyclonic circulations and trough activity remained active during the first week of May, causing repeated rain and storm activity across the state.
The weather briefly stabilised on May 11 before changing again on May 12. As a result, 11 out of the first 12 days of May witnessed either rain, thunderstorms or hailstorms somewhere in the state.
No rainfall alert has been issued for Wednesday. IMD issues heatwave advisory As temperatures continue to rise, the weather department has advised residents to stay hydrated and drink sufficient water throughout the day.
People have been urged to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during afternoon hours and wear light-coloured cotton clothing. Special precautions have been advised for children and the elderly.