India's northwest braces for more heatwaves amid elections

India is experiencing more heatwave days this summer, with Delhi ordering the closure of all schools as temperatures surge as high as 47 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department predicts 7-10 heatwave days in northwestern regions this month, compared to the usual 2-3 days. This is largely due to fewer non-monsoon thundershowers and an active but weakening El Nino. Warm, westerly winds from Pakistan also contribute to the heat.