Severe Heat Wave Grips Northern India as Cyclone Threatens Southern States

Extreme temperatures in Delhi and neighboring regions coincide with crucial elections, while a developing cyclone in the Bay of Bengal could impact multiple southern states.

• Delhi's Najafgarh recorded the highest temperature at 47.4°C, with severe heatwave conditions expected to persist.
• India Meteorological Department issued alerts for multiple states, warning of health risks, especially for vulnerable populations.
• The heat wave coincides with a six-week general election, raising concerns about voter safety.
• Southern states, including Kerala and Tamil Nadu, are forecasted to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms due to a developing cyclone.
• Climate experts attribute the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves in South Asia to climate change.

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