Heatstroke Claims Lives of 33 Polling Staff in Uttar Pradesh During Final Election Phase

Scorching temperatures exceeding 45°C lead to multiple fatalities among election workers as India concludes its general elections.

At least 33 polling staff in Uttar Pradesh died from heatstroke on the last day of voting.
Temperatures reached up to 46.9°C in some areas, exacerbating the situation.
One voter also died after collapsing while waiting in line to vote.
Families of the deceased will receive monetary compensation of 1.5 million rupees each.
Experts link the increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves to climate change.