The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted an increase in heat waves for the upcoming summer, raising concerns amidst an impending water crisis and looming Lok Sabha polls. The prediction, based on probabilities of above-normal temperatures across the country, poses risks to crop yield, productivity, and public health. Higher temperatures also strain power demand, highlighting the importance of power generation amid efforts to transition to renewable sources. However, challenges such as water shortages and underperforming dams in the face of climate change underscore the multifaceted nature of extreme weather in India.