A severe cold wave continues to affect Delhi NCR, along with neighboring Punjab and Haryana, causing a significant drop in temperatures across the region. On Sunday, the minimum temperature in the national capital recorded a further decline, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). By 5:30 PM, the temperature in Delhi was at 4.9°C, while at Pusa Observatory, it dropped to 3.8°C, a decrease of 5°C from previous readings. Narela also saw a chilly 5°C.
In addition to the cold wave, the air quality in Delhi remained a concern. The Air Quality Index (AQI) continued to hover in the ‘poor’ category, exacerbating the health risks for residents already facing low temperatures. The situation has caused significant discomfort in the capital, where both the cold and pollution continue to plague the population.
Meanwhile, the cold wave has also severely impacted other parts of North India. In Punjab, Gurdaspur recorded a bone-chilling 2°C, while Bathinda saw temperatures fall to 4.6°C. Pathankot and Amritsar were not far behind, with lows of 3.5°C and 3.9°C, respectively. Ludhiana and Patiala also experienced frigid conditions with minimum temperatures of 6.8°C and 3.8°C.
In Haryana, Hisar recorded one of the coldest temperatures in the region at 1.7°C, while Narnaul was at 3°C. Bhiwani and Gurugram also saw low temperatures, with Bhiwani reaching 4°C and Gurugram recording 5.6°C. Rohtak and Ambala logged lows of 5.2°C and 5.7°C, respectively. The capital of the joint state, Chandigarh, registered 4.8°C.
The IMD has indicated that the cold wave is expected to persist in the coming days. The mercury in Delhi is anticipated to remain below 5°C, accompanied by dense fog and chilly weather. This prolonged cold spell is likely to continue impacting daily life, with the harsh conditions expected to linger for the foreseeable future.
Residents of these regions are being advised to take necessary precautions to stay warm and limit exposure to the harsh weather. With continued foggy conditions, road safety is also a concern, urging drivers to exercise caution when traveling.
Sources By Agencies