Bengaluru’s scorching summer heat in the last decade
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Summary
The normal maximum temperature for Bengaluru during the months of March, April, and May are 33.4°C, 34.1°C, and 33.1°C, respectively. However, in the last decade, on several occasions, above normal temperature has been recorded during these three months
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TypePolicy
SourceThe Hindu - National
PublishedTuesday, 21 April 2026
Affected Population~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Key Authorities
Ministry of Social Justice & EmpowermentNITI AayogMinistry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEA
Key Stakeholders
BPL FamiliesSenior CitizensPersons with DisabilitiesPower ConsumersDISCOMsCoal Industry
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