Rajasthan Sizzles Under Intense Heatwave

Rajasthan continued to reel under intense heatwave conditions on Tuesday, with Sri Ganganagar recording the highest maximum temperature at 47 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest place in the state.

Bikaner and Phalodi followed closely at 46 degrees Celsius each, while Jaisalmer recorded 45.6 degrees Celsius and Kota 45.4 degrees Celsius. The state capital, Jaipur, also witnessed severe heat, recording a maximum of 43.2 degrees Celsius.

Most major cities reported temperatures above the 40-degree mark on Tuesday.

Jaipur Meteorological Centre said the ongoing heatwave and warm night conditions are likely to persist for the next two to three days, with maximum temperatures expected to hover between 44-46 degrees Celsius across most regions.

In parts of Bikaner, Kota division and Shekhawati region, temperatures may touch 46-47 degrees Celsius.

Relief is likely towards the end of the week as a fresh western disturbance is expected to become active from May 28, bringing chances of dust storms and light rain in parts of the state. Weather activity is expected to intensify from May 30 and may continue into the first week of June.

Due to these changes, temperatures are likely to drop by 2-3 degrees Celsius from May 29 onwards, offering some respite from the prevailing heatwave conditions, officials said.

(With inputs from agencies.)