India reports 84 heatstroke deaths; Maha sees highest at 17: Study
Researchers have found that at least 84 people died from heatstroke in India between February and July 2025. Report 'Struck by Heat' said real number of deaths is likely higher due to diagnostic "blind spots". Government data recorded 7,192 suspected cases but only 14 confirmed deaths between March 1 and June 24, with Maharashtra seeing the highest toll at 17.