Jharkhand Freezes: Record Cold, Icy Winds Trigger Alert in 11 Districts

• Jharkhand is experiencing severe cold due to active northwesterly winds, with temperatures dropping significantly since early December.
• Ranchi Meteorological Center issued a cold wave alert for 11 districts, including Gumla, Ranchi, and Palamu.
• Gumla recorded a minimum temperature of 3.5 degrees Celsius for two consecutive days, while Ranchi was 4.4 degrees.
• Despite a slight rise in minimum temperatures in some areas, biting winds continue to intensify the cold.
• Crop damage due to dew is reported in the Ranchi-Kanke area.

Why It Matters: Jharkhand's extreme cold and alerts threaten health, daily life, and agriculture.