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IMD Warns West Bengal Voters of Thunderstorms on Polling Day Across Key Districts
India
Published on 28 April 2026
Kolkata and nearby districts face sudden storm risk
Ahead of West Bengal’s high-stakes polling on Wednesday, the IMD has issued a thunderstorm weather warning for several districts in south Bengal, including Kolkata. With temperatures climbing over recent days, voters are advised to keep umbrellas and raincoats ready as storm conditions could disrupt comfort and travel on voting day.
- IMD issued a thunderstorm warning for south Bengal
- Polling is set for Wednesday, including Kolkata
- Rising temperatures over recent days heighten weather concerns
- Voters may face rain and sudden storm conditions
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