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Widespread rainfall is expected to drench more than half of Odisha on Tuesday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing orange and yellow warnings for several districts.

Intense downpours accompanied by lightning have been forecasted, particularly across the western and southern belts of the state.

The districts of Bargarh, Bolangir, and Nuapada have been placed under an orange warning and are expected to experience very heavy rain along with thunderstorms and lightning. The warning urges residents to remain cautious and avoid venturing into open areas during thunderstorm activity.

A yellow warning has also been issued fo...