Bhubaneswar: A severe cold wave continues to grip Odisha, causing widespread discomfort and disrupting daily life as temperatures plummet across the state. Cold and dry northwesterly winds are sweeping the region, leading to a significant drop in the mercury, particularly in the interior and hilly districts. The intense cold snap is expected to persist for the next few days.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD), through its Bhubaneswar centre, has issued multiple warnings and advisories regarding the persistent cold wave in Odisha.

The state’s two coldest spots highlight the extreme chill. The Similipal National Tiger Reserve has recorded the lowest minimum temperature, with its core area, Upper Barahakamuda (UBK), dipping to 3 degrees Celsius. This near-freezing temperature is caus

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