Several parts of Rajasthan are likely to witness heatwave on Wednesday, the Meteorological Department said, adding that there are chances of an increase in temperature by one to two degrees in the next 48 hours.

Parts of Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Bharatpur divisions are likely to experience heatwave on Wednesday, the weather office said, adding that intense heatwave and an increase in night temperature are expected in some places in Sriganganagar, Hanumangarh, Churu and Jhunjhunu districts.