Delhi-NCR Sizzles Under Severe Heatwave As IMD Issues Orange Alert

Scorching heatwave conditions grip Delhi-NCR on Friday as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues an orange alert for the national capital and adjoining regions due to persistently rising temperatures.

The region has recorded a sharp rise in mercury levels over the past few days, and residents face increasing difficulty in carrying out outdoor activities.

Early mornings remain slightly bearable, but conditions worsen quickly as the day progresses.

A morning jogger tells IANS that temperatures rise sharply, saying early mornings no longer feel pleasant as heat intensifies soon after sunrise and continues through the afternoon, reaching 44–45°C.

Another morning walker says people now start routines earlier as conditions become uncomfortable by 6 AM.

The IMD places Delhi under an orange alert for five days and warns of persistently high temperatures and unusually warm nights across the region.

The department upgraded the warning from yellow to orange earlier this week and urged residents to take precautions as daily life may be disrupted.

Delhi’s maximum temperature may reach 46°C, while daytime temperatures stay above 43°C throughout the week.

Heatwave conditions also affect Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh, along with strong surface winds during the afternoon and evening hours.

The capital records its warmest May night in nearly 14 years, and officials warn that the heatwave may continue for several days without relief.

Authorities advise residents to avoid peak-hour exposure, stay hydrated and take precautions against heat-related illnesses.

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