Uttar Pradesh Faces Thunderstorms, Temperature Drop; Crop Damage Assessment Ordered

Parts of Uttar Pradesh experienced a temperature drop following light rain and thunderstorms caused by a western disturbance and cyclonic circulation, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds up to 50 kmph, and possible hailstorms in several districts from March 15-16. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed district officials to promptly assess crop damage caused by the weather events, coordinating relief efforts accordingly.