Overview

• Maharashtra has reported 34 heatstroke cases in the first ten days of April 2025, surpassing last year's figures for the same period.
• A suspected heat-related death of an 11-year-old boy in Buldhana highlights the severe health risks posed by the ongoing heatwave.
• The India Meteorological Department has issued yellow alerts for multiple districts, warning of rising temperatures and increased humidity.
• Criticism mounts over ineffective execution of Maharashtra’s 16-point Heat Action Plan, with public relief spaces and safety measures falling short.
• The state has partnered with the NRDC to enhance climate resilience and introduced dedicated heat emergency beds in hospitals, though rural areas remain underserved due to a lack of trained medical personnel.