As a heatwave sweeps across India, 40+ suspected deaths have been reported, with 25 casualties among poll staff in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. These fatalities have also been recorded in other states such as Odisha, Jharkhand, and Rajasthan, bringing the total number of heat-related deaths to five. The soaring temperatures have also caused water scarcity in some parts of the country, leading to long queues and difficulty in securing enough water for daily needs. The India Meteorological Department predicts some relief in the coming days but heatwave conditions are still prevalent in many regions.