The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light showers and overcast skies in Delhi. On Thursday, temperatures are projected to range from a high of 36 degrees Celsius to a low of 27.2 degrees Celsius.
On Wednesday, brief and intense rain showers hit parts of Delhi-NCR, resulting in flooding, traffic jams, and uprooted trees. The Palam station registered 25.4mm of rain, while the Safdarjung base station recorded 10.1mm between 2:30 pm and 5:30 pm. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) received seven complaints about waterlogging, and the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) got three. Additionally, there were two reports of fallen trees.
Meanwhile, a political dispute is arising over a hike in electricity bills due to the inclusion of power purchase adjustment charges (PPAC). Officials clarified on Wednesday that consumers who have chosen subsidies will not see any change in their bills, while others will face an increase of 6-8 percent.