India Faces Severe Heatwave as Record Temperatures Grip Multiple Regions

Cities like Delhi, Pune, and Barmer surpass 40°C, with red alerts issued for Gujarat's Saurashtra and Kutch; limited relief expected from a western disturbance later this week.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heatwave alerts, including a red alert for Gujarat's Saurashtra and Kutch regions, as temperatures soar across northern, western, and central India.
Delhi recorded its first heatwave of the year with temperatures reaching 41°C in some areas, while air quality remains in the 'poor' category, compounding health risks.
Barmer in Rajasthan hit 45.6°C, the highest temperature ever recorded in the first week of April for the region, with several other cities across five states exceeding 42°C.
The IMD forecasts a western disturbance may bring light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms to northern India starting April 8, offering limited respite from the extreme heat.
Experts attribute the unusually early and intense heatwave to climate change, urging enhanced public safety measures and preparedness for what could be a historic summer.