IMD Issues Major Weather Alert: Hail, Rain, Snow, and Cold Wave Expected Across India
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CNBC Awaaz•27-01-2026, 17:01
IMD Issues Major Weather Alert: Hail, Rain, Snow, and Cold Wave Expected Across India
- •The Meteorological Department has issued a major alert for rain, hailstorms, thunderstorms, and strong winds across various parts of the country.
- •Hailstorms are likely in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi NCR, Uttar Pradesh, East Rajasthan, and West Madhya Pradesh.
- •A new Western Disturbance from January 30, 2026, will bring rain and snowfall to the Western Himalayan region and Northwest Indian plains on February 1 and 2.
- •Heavy rain/snowfall and strong winds up to 60 kmph are expected in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand on January 27-28.
- •Minimum temperatures in Northwest India may drop by 3-5 degrees Celsius, with dense fog and cold wave conditions also predicted in several regions.
Why It Matters: IMD warns of widespread severe weather including hail, heavy rain, snow, and cold waves across India.
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