Telangana: 16 dead due to suspected heatstroke
This summer, Telangana has reported at least 16 deaths due to suspected heatstroke, with temperatures exceeding 45°C in several districts. In contrast, Andhra Pradesh has recorded 319 cases of sunstroke but no fatalities. The state government is taking measures to provide compensation to the families of the deceased and is urging officials to monitor and warn residents about extreme heat conditions.
- ▪At least 16 people have died due to suspected heatstroke across seven districts in Telangana this summer.
- ▪Temperatures in the state have reached alarming levels due to the severe El Nino impact.
- ▪The state government announced an ex-gratia of ₹4 lakh each to the families of the deceased.
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Telangana: 16 dead due to suspected heatstrokeAt least 16 heatstroke deaths reported in Telangana this summer; Andhra Pradesh sees 319 cases but no fatalities. Temperatures exceed 45°C.Published on: May 24, 2026 4:46 AM ISTBy HT Correspondent, HyderabadShare viaCopy link At least 16 people have died due to suspected heat stroke across seven districts in Telangana this summer season to date, while no deaths were reported in the neighbouring Andhra Pradesh though 319 cases of sunstroke were reported in that state, officials aware of the matter said on Saturday.Telangana: 16 dead due to suspected heatstrokeAt a review meeting held by state revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy on Saturday, the officials informed him about the deaths in seven districts.“Jayashankar Bhupalpally district…
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