Delhi Swelters: Heatwave and Poor Air Quality Grip the City

Delhi experienced soaring temperatures with a minimum of 26.8°C and a heatwave alert. The city's air quality plummeted to 'very poor,' with an AQI of 301. Rising temperatures are expected, impacting daily life and raising health concerns across the region.

Delhi battled oppressive heat on Tuesday as temperatures soared with a recorded minimum of 26.8 degrees Celsius. The meteorological department has issued a yellow alert indicating likely heatwave conditions.

Various city locales reported slightly varied temperatures. Palam's minimum reached 27.5° Celsius, marginally above normal, contrasting with Lodhi Road's 25.6°C, a bit below the norm. Ridge station logged 26.7°C, while Ayanagar hit 27.1°C.

Meanwhile, the city’s air quality nosedived, plunging into the 'very poor' category with an AQI measure of 301 at 9 am, as per the Central Pollution Control Board. Residents brace for a hot day with maximum temperatures potentially reaching 44°C.