IMD Advises To Avoid Alcohol As "Severe" Cold Expected In North India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has suggested the residents in northern India to avoid the consumption of alcohol for a few days. It gave the advisory after alerting that the region can experience 'Cold Wave to Severe Cold Wave' conditions in coming days. "Don't drink alcohol. It reduces your body temperature," stated the IMD. Besides, it has also said that intake of vitamin-C-rich fruits will help in tackling the cold weather.