HEAT. A woman holding an umbrella poses for a photo along a path leading to India’s war memorial in this May 22, 2024 photo. The capital recorded an all-time high temperature of 49.9°C on Tuesday (May 28, 2024). (Anadolu)
NEW DELHI – With heatwave conditions prevailing in several parts of India, the capital New Delhi recorded an all-time high temperature on Tuesday, according to officials.
According to India’s Met Office, two areas in New Delhi recorded a temperature of 49.9°C on Tuesday.
Several other Indian cities saw temperatures crossing 49°C, with Churu in western Rajasthan state touching 50.5°C.
The Met Office said “heat wave to severe heat wave” conditions are likely to reduce gradually over Northwest and Central India from May 30. (Anadolu)
