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Rajasthan is experiencing an intense heatwave with temperatures soaring above 44 degrees in multiple cities. Pilani has recorded the highest temperature of 46.7 degrees, triggering concerns about public health and safety. The Meteorological Department has warned of potential temperature increases and issued orange alerts for several districts. While northern regions suffer from scorching heat, southern Rajasthan is experiencing sporadic rainfall, offering slight relief to the extreme conditions.

Key Points: Rajasthan's Extreme Heatwave Pilani Hits 46.7 Degrees Celsius

  • Pilani records season's highest temperature at 46.7 degrees
  • Nine Rajasthan cities under severe heatwave warning
  • Tragic heat-related death reported in Sikar
  • Southern Rajasthan experiences sporadic rainfall
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Rajasthan reels under severe heatwave; Pilani records 46.7 degrees

Severe heatwave grips Rajasthan with nine cities experiencing temperatures above 44 degrees, orange alert issued for multiple districts

Rajasthan reels under severe heatwave; Pilani records 46.7 degrees
"Temperatures likely to rise 1-2 degrees in next 48 hours - Meteorological Department"

Jaipur, May 20

As temperatures continue to soar in Rajasthan, Pilani in Jhunjhunu district on Tuesday recorded 46.7 degrees, a new high for the city this season so far.

Many districts were reeling under a severe heatwave, with temperatures above 40 degrees being recorded for days together.

Churu recorded the second-highest temperature in the state, which was 46 degrees Celsius. The temperature in Jaipur was recorded at 44.6 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, Vanasthali at 45.1 degrees, Sikar at 42.5 degrees, and Kota at 43.5 degrees Celsius.

Nine cities across Rajasthan, including the capital Jaipur, are in the grip of a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 44 degrees. Cities worst affected include Pilani (Jhunjhunu), Churu, Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, Tonk, Barmer, Dausa, Jaisalmer, and Jaipur. Sri Ganganagar and Bikaner recorded 45 degrees and 45.1 degrees, respectively.

Other cities experiencing intense heat included Tonk (45.1 degrees), Barmer and Dausa (44.7 degrees), Jaipur (44.6 degrees), Jaisalmer (44.2 degrees), and Alwar (44 degrees).

According to the Meteorological Department, no significant relief is expected until May 22.

An orange alert has been issued for Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sri Ganganagar, and Hanumangarh in anticipation of extreme heat in the Bikaner division.

Officials have warned of a further 1-2 degrees rise in temperatures over the next 48 hours. Between May 21 and 23, maximum temperatures in parts of Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaipur, and Bharatpur divisions are likely to reach 45-47 degrees, accompanied by hot winds and gusty winds of 30-40 km/h in border areas.

To combat the heat, water is being sprayed on roads in several cities, including Jaipur and Alwar.

Meanwhile, in a tragic incident, a 47-year-old man identified as Nemaram, a resident of Purnapura, was found dead on the roadside near Sikar. His family claims he died due to extreme heat and thirst.

According to Dhod Police Station in-charge Rakesh Kumar Meena, the body was discovered early Tuesday on the Singrawat-Didwana road.

While the northern and western parts of the state endure scorching heat, southern Rajasthan has seen sporadic rainfall and thunderstorms.

On Monday, several areas, including Banswara, Dungarpur, Udaipur, Bhilwara, and Chittorgarh, received rain.

Parts of the Udaipur and Kota divisions may continue to experience light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms (40-50 km/h winds) for the next 4-5 days, especially in the afternoons.

On May 22-23, dust storms and thunderstorms are likely in Jaipur, Bharatpur, and Bikaner divisions.

- IANS

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Priyanka S.
This is unbearable! 😓 My AC has been running non-stop in Jaipur and the electricity bills are skyrocketing. The government should provide some subsidy on electricity during such extreme conditions. Stay hydrated everyone!
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Rahul K.
My heart goes out to the daily wage workers and street vendors who have to work in this scorching heat. Authorities should set up more 'sharbat' stalls and cooling centers in every locality. The tragic death of Nemaram ji shows how serious this situation is.
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Meena P.
Why isn't there more focus on long-term solutions? Every year Rajasthan faces this problem but we only see temporary measures like spraying water. We need better urban planning with more green cover and heat-resistant infrastructure.
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Amit D.
From Bikaner here - 45° feels like an oven! Traditional methods like keeping 'khus' curtains and drinking 'aam panna' help but aren't enough anymore. The Met department's warning about 47° is terrifying. Schools should declare holidays till this passes.
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Sarika M.
The contrast between north and south Rajasthan is interesting - while some areas are burning, others are getting rain. Climate change is making weather patterns so unpredictable. Hope the predicted dust storms bring some relief without causing damage 🤞
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Vikram J.
As someone who works outdoors, this heatwave is brutal. The government's spraying water on roads is good but we need more drinking water facilities at bus stands and markets. Also, construction work should be halted during peak afternoon hours.

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