Jaipur, April 23 -- With temperatures soaring to a season-high of 43 degrees Celsius in Sriganganagar and heatwave conditions intensifying across Rajasthan, the Jaipur district administration has revised school timings for students up to Class 8. Classes will now run from 7:30am to noon starting April 27, to shield children from extreme afternoon heat. The decision aims to provide relief to young students from scorching afternoon heat and potential heatwave conditions. Jaipur district collector Sandesh Nayak chaired a meeting with education officials and issued directions for strict compliance. He warned that failure to adhere to the orders would invite action under the Disaster Management Act. Officials said the move prioritises children's health amid rising temperatures and the possibility of heatwave conditions. By shifting school hours to the morning, authorities seek to minimise students' exposure to harsh sunlight and hot winds during peak afternoon hours. Meanwhile, temperatures across the state have surged significantly. The highest was recorded in Sriganganagar at 43degC, followed by Churu and Bikaner at 42degC. Kota reported 41.2degC, Jodhpur touched 40degC, Jaipur recorded 39degC, while Jaisalmer and Udaipur registered 38degC. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Rajasthan will witness dry weather over the next four to five days, with temperatures likely to rise further by 1-2degC. Maximum temperatures in most regions are expected to hover between 41degC and 43degC. Northern parts of the state may experience heatwave conditions on April 23 and 24, with isolated areas likely to be affected. The rising heat has made conditions uncomfortable across Jaipur, where intense sunlight and humid heat prevail throughout the day. The sun turns harsh by morning, and afternoons become increasingly difficult to bear. Even nights offer little relief, as warm conditions persist. The IMD has warned that several districts in eastern and western Rajasthan will remain under severe heat. Over a dozen districts have already recorded temperatures above 40degC, raising concerns over public health and safety. In Sikar, the situation is particularly challenging. The sun scorches from morning, and light winds feel like hot gusts akin to loo conditions. Clear skies allow direct solar radiation, keeping temperatures high. For the past five days, maximum temperatures there have hovered around 40degC, with a further 1degC increase today. The IMD has issued an advisory urging residents to take precautions during the heatwave. People should stay in shaded areas as much as possible and maintain hydration by drinking sufficient water. Oral rehydration solutions (ORS) and homemade drinks such as lassi and lemon water are recommended to prevent dehydration. Farmers have been advised to protect livestock from heat stress, irrigate crops regularly-preferably in early morning or evening hours-and ensure care for animals and birds during the extreme weather....