India, March 31 -- India is set to face hotter-than-usual temperatures from April to June, with central, eastern, and northwestern plains expected to witness more heatwave days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday.

Rising temperatures may increase the risk of water shortages and strain the power grid as air conditioner usage surges.

IMD director general Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said that several areas could experience more heatwave days than usual during this period. "From April to June, most parts of north and east India, central India, and the plains of northwest India are expected to experience two to four more heatwave days than normal," he said.

Most regions will likely see higher-than-normal maximum temperatures ...