Cold Wave Grips State: Birbhum Second Coldest After Darjeeling, Further Drop Expected?

• Birbhum emerged as the state's second coldest place on Wednesday, following Darjeeling, due to intense cold.
• Darjeeling recorded a minimum temperature of 3.2°C, while Sriniketan saw 6.6°C and Siuri 7.2°C.
• Cold wave conditions are evident across the district, with significant temperature drops and northerly winds disrupting daily life.
• The Meteorological Department forecasts continued cold wave and dense fog on Thursday, persisting until January 10.
• Temperatures are expected to rise slightly after January 10, offering some relief from the biting cold.

Why It Matters: Intense cold wave grips the state, with Birbhum and Darjeeling experiencing severe temperature drops.