This winter likely to be harsher, more cold waves to hit North India: IMD

North India is likely to expect a harsher winter and the possibility of cold waves occurring could be more this season, IMD Director General Mohapatra said. IMD, in its winter forecast for December to February, said below normal minimum temperatures are likely over north and central India. Mohapatra added that the night temperatures in north India are likely to be below normal, while the day temperatures are expected to be above normal.