Hospitals in Delhi report 29 more recent deaths, heatwave toll is now 275

NEW DELHI: The city’s record-breaking heat wave has clocked a death toll of 275, with an additional 29 deaths recently.
Among the victims, 154 people were "brought dead to various hospitals," underscoring the gravity of the situation.

However, it is crucial to acknowledge that the actual death toll may be even higher than the reported figures. Several hospitals have discontinued sharing information on deaths attributed to heat strokes.This lack of comprehensive information raises concerns about the true extent of the crisis.
Over the course of June 22 and 23, an additional 28 patients lost their lives due to heat-related illnesses while receiving care at Delhi govt-run hospitals, bringing the total death toll to 71. The information indicates that in the past two days, a minimum of 132 people suffered from health issues caused by extreme heat, and the number has risen to 417.
Safdarjung Hospital also reported one more fatality linked to heat-related illness on June 22. Currently, the hospital is treating 15 patients, with 10 of them in critical condition. "Since June 16, 67 patients have been admitted to the hospital due to heat-related illness,” confirmed authorities.
From June 11-23, Delhi govt hospitals have recorded 154 patients who were brought dead due to heat-related illnesses. The latest figures reveal that on June 22 and 23 alone, eight such cases were reported.
Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital disclosed information regarding heat-related casualties and patient admissions until June 19. The data revealed that the hospital had recorded 18 deaths due to heat-related illnesses by that date.
At the time of the report then, the hospital had 32 patients admitted, with 26 on ventilator support. Following the release of this initial information, the hospital has declined to provide any additional updates or details concerning heat-related illnesses and fatalities.