In Punjab, while the temperature crossing 45 degrees is causing severe heat, people in several cities are quite troubled by power cuts. The power department's claims that there would be no power cuts are also proving to be false.
Punjab and Chandigarh are witnessing an early spell of intense heat in March, with temperatures rising significantly above normal levels. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the region is likely to experience clear skies and dry weather with no significant rainfall expected until around March 13–14, leading to rising daytime temperatures and heatwave-like conditions..