Jharkhand Braces for Rain, Thunderstorms, Hail on March 31; Orange Alert Issued

• Light to moderate rain and thunderstorms expected across most of Jharkhand on March 31.
• An 'orange' alert issued for hailstorms in five northeastern districts: Bokaro, Dhanbad, Jamtara, Dumka, and Pakur.
• A 'yellow' alert for thunderstorms is in effect for the remaining 19 districts.
• Gusty winds of 50-60 kmph, thunderstorms, lightning, and hailstorms are likely in the five northeastern districts.
• Light rain with gusty winds (30-40 kmph), thunderstorms, and lightning expected on April 2 and 3 in southern and central districts.