Northern India hit by scorching heatwave, New Delhi records highest temperature

In northern India, there is a very hot weather that has been going on for weeks. The temperature in India's capital, New Delhi, reached a record high of 52.3 degrees Celsius (126.1 Fahrenheit). This extreme heatwave is causing many problems for people in the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the heatwave is severe and the temperature in the suburb of Mungeshpur broke the national record. This high temperature poses a risk of heatstrokes for people working outside and has forced schools to close in some cities. The extreme heat is happening during a six-week general election in India, which increases health risks as people wait in long lines to vote. The hot weather is also affecting animals, putting them at risk of dehydration and heatstroke. The heatwave is becoming a public health crisis in India, with temperatures getting more intense in the past decade. Millions of people in India do not have access to running water, which worsens the situation during the hot weather. The high temperatures are due to hot winds coming from the state of Rajasthan. Other parts of India, like Rajasthan and Haryana, have also recorded temperatures over 50 degrees Celsius. The weather department predicts that the country will experience longer and more intense heatwaves this year. Authorities are warning of water shortages in New Delhi as the heatwave continues. The IMD has issued alerts for heat illness and heat stroke, especially for children, elderly people, and those with chronic diseases. It is important to take care of vulnerable people during this extreme heat.