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Due to the ongoing heatwave, at least 54 people have died in India, primarily in the northern region. Delhi, Punjab, and Odisha have been severely impacted, with temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius.
Heatstroke claimed twelve lives in Odisha's Sundargarh, four in Jharkhand's Palamu, and eight in Bihar. The national capital, Delhi, is facing a water shortage and has requested Haryana to increase water supply.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a reduction in heatwave conditions starting tomorrow. However, a dust storm is expected in Delhi over the weekend. Rajasthan's High Court has urged the central government to declare a national emergency due to the heatwave and its deadly consequences.
The court emphasized the need for immediate action to protect citizens and establish compensation funds for families of heatstroke victims. It also recommended categorizing heatwaves as national calamities for better disaster response.
Scientists attribute the severe heat to human-induced climate change and warn that such events may become more common in the future. The article highlights the urgent need for measures to mitigate the impact of rising temperatures and ensure the well-being of citizens.
Source: Sunstroke Kills 54 As India Reels From Heatwave, Rajasthan Court Urges Centre To Declare Emergency