Sun May 04 01:20:00 UTC 2025: ## IMD Issues Warning for Hailstorms, Strong Winds Across Several Indian States
**New Delhi, [Date]** – The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for several states in India, advising residents to exercise caution due to the potential for hailstorms, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
The IMD’s alert, shared on X (formerly Twitter), specifically mentions Assam, Meghalaya, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Karnataka, and parts of Uttarakhand as areas at risk. Wind speeds of up to 50-60 km/h are anticipated in these regions.
Separate alerts highlight a high risk of dust storms and thunderstorms in Punjab (Orange alert), as well as a yellow alert for rain in 20 districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Prayagraj and Lucknow. Jharkhand is also under an alert for thunderstorms and rain.
The IMD urges citizens in the affected areas to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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