Fri Feb 28 11:18:26 UTC 2025: ## India Faces Above-Average Temperatures in March, Threatening Crops
**NEW DELHI –** India is bracing for above-average temperatures throughout March, posing a significant threat to vital winter crops, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned Friday. Following an unusually warm February, both maximum and minimum temperatures are predicted to exceed normal levels across most of the country. This heatwave could severely impact the yields of crucial crops like wheat, chickpea, and rapeseed. IMD senior scientist D.S. Pai announced the forecast during an online press conference. The increased temperatures raise concerns about potential crop damage and reduced harvests.
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