Аннотация:The Cauchy problem for the system of equations of two-dimensional rotational gas dynamics is considered. It is assumed that the Cauchy data are a smooth compact perturbation of a constant state. Integral conditions for the data sufficient for the loss of smoothness by a solution within a finite time are found. We analyze the possibility of fulfilling these conditions and compare them with the criterion of singularity formation, known for rotational gas dynamics without pressure