Rajasthan boils Mercury soars past 45°C in five districts, health dept in action

Rajasthan is facing a severe heatwave, with temperatures crossing 45°C in five districts and ranging between 40°C to 44°C in many others. Churu and Ganganagar were the hottest at 45.4°C, followed by Chittorgarh (45.2°C), Kota and Vanasthali (45.1°C). Jaipur recorded a high of 43.3°C -5.7°C above normal.

- First India Bureau

Amid rising temperatures, Principal Secretary of Medical and Health, Gavatri Rathore reviewed the state’s heatwave preparedness at Swasthya Bhawan. She directed all medical institutions to ensure robust arrangements, warn