Why Is Extreme Heat in Odisha and Eastern India Getting Worse?
Bhubaneswar recorded 44.2 degrees Celsius in April 2024. That was before summer officially started. By May, parts of Odisha, West Bengal, and Jharkhand were crossing 47 degrees. Heat wave alerts ran for weeks without a break. Extreme heat in Odisha and Eastern India is no longer a seasonal inconvenience. It is becoming a structural problem. […]
Sudden Increase of AQI Level in Bhubaneswar in 2026: Causes, Effects & Solutions
In early 2026, air quality in Bhubaneswar experienced an unexpected spike in AQI levels, surprising residents, health experts, and environmentalists alike. While Odisha’s capital has historically maintained relatively moderate air quality, recent data shows a significant shift toward unhealthy AQI categories, prompting concerns over public health and long-term environmental effects. In this article, we’ll explore: […]