In Bathinda, heat spikes are nothing new—this week’s surge past 47°C echoes past highs from 2020 and 2014, as if each summer tries to outdo the last.


Blazing Bathinda: Punjab’s heat capital hits 47.6°C — But why is it always the hottest?

On Monday, Punjab's Bathinda soared to a blistering 46.7°C – 3.4 degrees more than the seasonal norm.


North India on the Boil; Punjab and Haryana brace for blistering heatwave; Mercury to soar beyond 47°C

The heat isn’t limited to Punjab—Sirsa sizzled at 46.4°C, while Chandigarh saw its hottest day of the season at 43.8°C.

Heatwave Alert: Pakistan’s hot winds push Punjab temperatures to 46°C for the first time this season—Here’s the IMD report

According to the latest update, there are no chances of rainfall or thunderstorms in the upcoming days, and it is to be noted that there will be no relief from the scorching conditions. 

Jalandhar hits 46°C, and no rain is expected before THIS date; IMD issues yellow alert

The reason cited behind this closure is ‘increasing immense heat’ across the city. However, this decision was taken unanimously.

Heatwave sparks four-day market shutdown in Jalandhar—Here’s when, why, and what it means

The concern and tensions regarding this increasing heat has become intense as the IMD has mentioned that there is no sign of relief in this heat wave condition.

Punjab sizzles: When will the rain return? But no major relief this week - KNOW details

‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ cabinet sub-committee clears appointment of 200 counselors and appointment of private psychiatrists on empanelment.

Punjab cabinet sub-committee approves 200 counselors, private psychiatrists on empanelment to strengthen Yudh Nashian Virudh

On June 2, 2025, the city reported a temperature of around 42.7°C, which is surely above the daily average.

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