A nor’wester storm swept through Bhubaneswar on Thursday afternoon, bringing relief from the scorching heat that had gripped the city since morning.
Around 3 pm, dark clouds gathered over the capital, followed by thunder and lightning. By 4 pm, heavy rain accompanied by winds at 30–40 km per hour cooled the city, offering residents respite from rising temperatures.
The Regional Meteorological Centre reported that a trough stretching from Gangetic West Bengal to Telangana and a cyclonic circulation over the west-central Bay of Bengal triggered the storm. These weather systems caused Kalbaisakhi activity across several districts, including Khordha, Cuttack, and Puri.
Residents welcomed the sudden rain, noting that heat and humidity had made daily life difficult. Social media quickly filled with videos of the storm, showing rain-soaked streets and lightning flashes. While the downpour provided relief, it also led to traffic jams and power cuts in some areas.
Officials confirmed that Kalbaisakhi activity may continue for the next five days across Odisha. However, no specific warning has been issued for Khordha town. The storm highlighted the seasonal shift and reminded residents of the unpredictable nature of summer weather in the region.
