The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe heatwave alert for eight districts in Rajasthan, with temperatures expected to exceed 45 degrees Celsius in the upcoming days. The alert, effective until April 23, predicts a 2-5 degrees Celsius rise in temperatures across the state, intensifying heatwave conditions.
On Monday, heatwave conditions are forecasted in several districts including Khairthal-Tijara, Kotputli-Behror, Churu, Alwar, Bharatpur, Deeg, Dholpur, and Jhunjhunu. The heatwave is anticipated to expand on Tuesday, affecting additional districts like Karauli, Sikar, Bikaner, Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Phalodi, and Sri Ganganagar.
The heatwave has already taken hold, with multiple districts experiencing heatwave conditions. Temperatures soared past 41 degrees Celsius in at least nine cities, with Kota recording the highest at 42.1 degrees. Meteorologists warn that by the end of April, parts of Rajasthan may surpass the 45 degrees Celsius mark again.
The IMD notes minimal rainfall activity over the plains, attributing it to a weak western disturbance passing over North India. This disturbance is unlikely to bring significant relief, leading to the persistence of heatwave conditions across North, Central, and parts of East India.
