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Sudden temperature drop across India sparks early winter debate among experts
✍️ ndtv.com
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 09:07 AM
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A sharp decline in temperatures has been recorded across parts of India, prompting weather experts to comment on the possibility of an early winter onset.
Recent observations show a noticeable fall in temperature across several regions of the country, deviating from the usual seasonal pattern. This abrupt change has drawn attention from meteorologists and climate analysts who are assessing whether it signals an early arrival of winter.
Experts have noted that the drop is significant enough to warrant public advisories, especially for vulnerable populations, and have urged people to take precautionary measures such as wearing warm clothing and ensuring proper heating where needed.
The India Meteorological Department is monitoring the situation closely and will issue further updates if the trend continues. No official declaration of early winter has been made yet, but the phenomenon remains under review.
Experts have noted that the drop is significant enough to warrant public advisories, especially for vulnerable populations, and have urged people to take precautionary measures such as wearing warm clothing and ensuring proper heating where needed.
The India Meteorological Department is monitoring the situation closely and will issue further updates if the trend continues. No official declaration of early winter has been made yet, but the phenomenon remains under review.