According to Metrological Department, in Cachar, the maximum temperature today was recorded at 13 degree Celsius and the minimum temperature was 5 degree Celsius. In Karimganj, maximum temparature was recorded at 15 degree Celsius and minimum wasat 6 degree. In Hailakandi,the maximum was at 14 degree Celsius and minimum temperature was recorded at 6 degree Celsius.
Moreover, mild chilly winds blowing across the valley and lack of sufficient sunlight have added to the woes of the people. It is predicted that the temperature might go further down in the next 48 hours. People are taking all precautions by pulling up all sorts of warm garments and covers to ward off the biting cold. The situation is such that the schools and colleges as well as the university are recording thinner attendance. "Severe cold has impacted me so adversely that I am now down with cough and cold and I have to skip classes, praying for sunny and warm days," said Madhumita Acharjee, a student of Law department, Assam University.(Sentinelassam)
