Odisha is currently under a heatwave, with 14 locations recording temperatures of 40 degrees Celsius or more. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that hot and humid weather will persist for at least the next four days. Titlagarh in Bolangir district recorded the highest temperature at 42.5 degrees Celsius, closely followed by Jharsuguda at 42.4 degrees Celsius. Other districts such as Balasore, Bhadrak, and Jajpur are also experiencing elevated temperatures. In response to the severe heat, the Ganjam district administration has declared a holiday for schools from April 21 to 23, while the Cuttack district has announced similar closures for schools and anganwadi centers. However, examinations will proceed as scheduled. The IMD defines a heatwave as a period of unusually high temperatures, typically exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, lasting for at least two days.