A deadly heatwave in India has claimed over 50 lives, with nearly 25,000 people suffering suspected heat stroke and 56 deaths reported. The extreme heat has led to mounting heat-related deaths, exacerbated by poor preparedness during the national elections. At least 85 people have died in various states due to heat stress and related issues within 24 hours.
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At least 85 people died of suspected heat stress and related issues in Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh in #India in the span of 24 hours, according to Hindustan Times. Photos show how #Indian people cope with #HeatWaves. Photos: IC https://t.co/fUW4GUFZsp https://t.co/HEXebWZrxc
Indian heatwave kills dozens over summer, media says nearly 25,000 fall ill https://t.co/iRYchZiqt2 https://t.co/HW0LZnPRrG
The India Meteorological Department’s recent warning on intense heatwave conditions over parts of eastern and peninsular India comes at a time when #Bengaluru is already grappling with a severe #water crisis, writes @Aparna_R1 https://t.co/vDCPGfIDPu
Dozens have been killed from extreme heat in India. https://t.co/odKRRrRg7l
Heat-related deaths in India are mounting after a brutal summer wave laid bare the country’s poor preparedness during the weeks-long national elections. https://t.co/msssMWlLXM
Nearly 25,000 people have suffered suspected heat stroke and 56 died after several heatwaves across #India between March and May, local media report, citing government data. https://t.co/w89Ooy1CEX
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