Viral video: As several parts of North India are reeling under an intense heatwave with temperatures touching 45 degrees Celsius, a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan showcased the intensity of the heat by roasting papad on the hot sand near the border in Rajasthan's Bikaner.
The video has gone viral on social media platforms. This video has been getting a lot of attention. The video captures the jawan placing a papad onto the scorching sand for a few seconds. He then reveals the perfectly roasted, crispy snack, emphasising the intense heat prevailing in the region.
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Bikaner has been reeling under an intense heat wave with temperatures crossing 45 degrees Celsius. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the maximum temperature recorded on Wednesday is 46.4 degrees Celsius.
For the next three days, the weather department has predicted severe heatwave conditions in Alwar, Bharatpur, Dausa, Dholpur, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Karauli, Sikar, Barmer, Bikaner, Churu, Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Nagaur and Ganganagar. The Met Department has also issued a ‘red alert’ for Delhi and parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.
Here's how people reacted
The viral post has attracted considerable online attention, accumulating 5.5 views and continuing to rise. Many individuals also engaged in the comments section, expressing their opinions and reactions to the video.
"From -50°C in Siachen to 50°C in Thar desert.... salute to our Army," said an X user.
"Instead of being amazed at the papad, we should be amazed at the strength of our armed forces for bravely protecting our motherland despite this inhuman weather," said a user.
“Our jawans are always protecting us whether it is +47 degrees or -47 degrees! Salute!” wrote an individual.
Another added, “Salute to our bravehearts. Even in this heatwave, our soldiers are performing their duty on the border.”
“A grand salute and huge respect to our jawans! Jai Hind!” said a third.
“Jai Hind to bravehearts,” commented another.
A user said, “Long live our beloved soldiers. Jai Hind.
"All this is happening because of global warming, the whole world will have to think seriously about climate change otherwise the situation may worsen further," commented a user.
