Bengaluru has seen an increase in the deaths of homeless individuals, with over 15 recorded in the last 40 days. Police attribute this rise, particularly during winter, to cold temperatures exacerbating existing health conditions and the lack of warm clothing and shelter. While state housing schemes exist, they are not specifically for the homeless who often lack necessary documentation. Experts suggest the drop in temperature, with lows around 13-16 degrees Celsius, may be a contributing factor, though not always a direct cause.