Bhubaneswar, April 22 -- The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday held a crucial meeting with various stakeholders including the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in view of the above-normal maximum temperature during crucial 2024 elections in different parts of the country.

The meeting assumes significance as several states including Odisha are currently witnessing an intense heatwave spell. Under such circumstances, it has become important to take necessary steps to mitigate the risks due to heatwave conditions in different parts of the country.

On meeting with the Election Commission, Director General of Meteorology, India Meteorological Department (IMD) Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said a close coordination is being maintained w...