Severe heat wave conditions have disrupted normal life across the undivided Karimnagar district, with temperatures crossing 46 degree C in several places. Six persons reportedly died amid the extreme weather, while trade unions sought revised work timings in Singareni mining areas.
Telangana endured one of its hottest days this summer with temperatures crossing 46 degree Celsius in several districts. Dilawarpur in Nirmal recorded the highest at 46.5 degree Celsius, while other northern and eastern districts also faced extreme heatwave conditions.
Telangana is set to experience a volatile weather pattern over the coming week, with maximum temperatures rising to 44°C alongside recurring thunderstorms. The IMD has issued warnings for lightning, gusty winds, and thundershowers across multiple districts until May 1, 2026.
A porridge distribution centre was inaugurated at Indiranagar village in Rebbena mandal, Kumram Bheem Asifabad, sponsored by temple priest Devara Vinod. Rebbena Tahsildar Surya Prakash and SI Venkata Krishna praised the initiative, calling it a commendable effort to serve villagers and travellers during the summer months.
Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Minister D Anasuya has appealed to citizens in Telangana to avoid venturing outdoors between 11 am and 3 pm due to soaring summer temperatures. She directed officials to establish drinking water kiosks in major Gram Panchayats and mandal centres to ensure safe water supply.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Hyderabad has forecast thunderstorms and a gradual fall in maximum temperatures across Hyderabad and Telangana districts from March 16 to March 20, 2026.
Hyderabad witnessed unusually humid conditions on Monday morning, with relative humidity levels touching 76 percent by 8.30 am, according to the IMD. Typically known for dry heat in March, the city is experiencing sticky mornings and discomfort among residents.
In a forecast on thunder showers, weather forecaster from Hyderabad, TelanganaWeatherman said that severe storms, scattered intense storms and isolated storms will happen across Telangana between Mar 22 and 24
