16 people die amid heatwave in Telangana as temperatures cross 45℃

At least 16 people have died amid intense heat across seven districts in Telangana during the current summer season. In response, the state government has announced an ex-gratia of ₹4 lakh each to the families of the deceased. Temperatures in places like Khammam, Ramagundam, and Adilabad have crossed 45℃, with IMD issuing alerts for heatwave conditions and warm nights.