India’s weather department expects the high temperatures to persist across the region for the next few days and has put several states on high alert.
Some parts of Rajasthan reported up to 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) on Monday. The nearby states of Punjab and Haryana also saw temperatures soar, with parts of the capital, New Delhi, topping the 48 C (118 F) mark on Tuesday.
India declares a heat wave whenever temperatures are above 45 C (113 F).
The extreme heat in northern India has coincided with a 6-week general election, increasing health risks as people wait in long lines to cast their vote. The voting ends on Saturday.
The sizzling temperatures are also taking a toll on animals, putting them at risk of dehydration and heatstroke.
Sitaram, an animal…
