Rajasthan Freezes: Cold Wave, Frost & Hazardous Air Grip State; Bhiwadi Worst Hit

• North India's icy winds bring severe cold and frost to Rajasthan, especially rural areas.
• Light clouds offered no relief from intense cold and wind in Jaipur, Sikar, Nagaur.
• Meteorological Centre Jaipur forecasts clear, cold weather for the next week.
• Karauli recorded the lowest temperature at 3.1°C; Barmer highest at 29.0°C.
• Rajasthan's average AQI is 215 (severe); Bhiwadi (557) and Bharatpur (460) face hazardous air quality.

Why It Matters: Rajasthan grapples with severe cold, frost, and hazardous air pollution, particularly in Bhiwadi.