The town of Phalodi in Rajasthan has recorded a temperature of 47 degrees Celsius, a new high for India’s hottest urban centre this year. Residents report that the traditional cycle of day and night has become blurred, with temperatures remaining elevated throughout the 24-hour period. The extreme heat event is part of a broader heatwave affecting the northern and western regions of the country.
Local officials have issued health warnings, urging people to stay indoors and maintain hydration. The Indian Meteorological Department attributes the prolonged heat to a combination of high pressure over the region and reduced cloud cover. This incident underscores the growing challenge of urban heat islands and the broader implications for climate adaptation strategies in densely populated areas.
