India is gearing up for an unusually hot summer, with temperatures predicted to rise above normal levels between April and June, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Monday. The central, eastern, and northwestern plains are expected to experience an increased number of heatwave days, raising concerns about potential health risks, water shortages, and impacts on agriculture. Authorities are urging residents to take precautionary measures as they monitor the situation closely, while state governments prepare for possible emergency responses to mitigate the effects of extreme heat.