The politics and climate of Gujarat are heating up simultaneously, as the temperatures approach north to 43°C closer to the polling day of May 7, when the stage will host the Lok Sabha and bye election.

According to a private weather forecasting firm, the temperatures are likely to be around 40°C from Apr 28 to May 1. However, it'll rise gradually from there on and is likely to cross 43°C on May 7.

Ahmedabad, in the last 10 years, has at least experienced a day in May when the temperature has crossed 43°C.

On May 7, the predicted temperatures are likely to be around 45°C in Rajkot, 42°C in Vadodara, and 43°C in Bhavnagar.

Owing to the high temperatures, it is suggested to cast the vote early in the morning on the day of the election.

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