Severe heatwave conditions continue across North India, including Delhi-NCR, where temperatures remain extremely high despite a brief and weak relief caused by a western disturbance. Meteorologists say that although there was some thunder, lightning, and light rainfall in parts of the region, it has not provided any lasting relief, and heatwave conditions are expected to persist for the next several days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that temperatures may again rise above 42–45°C in many areas, with heatwave conditions continuing for at least six more days. Experts say the brief weather change will not significantly reduce the intensity of the heat. Other parts of the country are also suffering extreme conditions. In Uttar Pradesh’s Banda region, temperatures reportedly reached around 48°C, making conditions extremely harsh. In Gujarat’s Valsad, severe water scarcity has been reported, with dried-up wells forcing residents—especially women—to risk their safety to collect water from deep sources. Overall, the situation highlights widespread heat stress, water shortages, and health risks across both rural and urban India, with daily life severely affected due to extreme temperatures.


