Dhaka, April 21 -- Meteorologists say some parts of Dhaka may see scattered rain, but it will do little to alleviate the sweltering heat.

Some parts of the country, including places in Dhaka, may experience rain on Sunday, said meteorologist Kazi Zebunnesa.

"Temperatures will not go up across the country today. It may rise in some places. This will continue for the next few days. After that, temperatures may ease a bit. Then they may rise again. That is the likely situation this month."

The mercury has continued to rise throughout April. In the past few days it has started to put lives and livelihoods at risk. The body seems to roast when one steps outside, putting working class people at risk.

Forty-three districts in the country are...