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Mercury soars in Raj, Barmer sizzles at 44.8 deg C

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Press Trust of India Jaipur
Normal life took a hit as temperature in most parts of Rajasthan today crossed the 40 degree-mark, with Bikaner sizzling at a high of 44.8 deg C.

People remained in their homes and streets wore a deserted look in the day.

Barmer recorded a maximum of 44.8 degrees, followed by Churu 43.8, Jaisalmer 43.7, SriGanganagar 43.6, Kota 43.5, Jodhpur 43.1, Bikaner 43 and Ajmer 42.2 deg C, Met officials said.

Capital Jaipur recorded a maximum of 41.7 deg C.

The mercury will continue to follow an upward trend in the coming days, the Met forecast said.

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First Published: May 07 2013 | 9:45 PM IST

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