Delhi heads into summers with hottest March week in 50 yrs, mercury up in north India

Delhi experienced an unprecedented rise in temperatures this March, recording a maximum of 35.7 degrees Celsius on Saturday. This marks the hottest first week of March in the past five decades, highlighting a worrying trend of rising mercury levels in North India. Meteorological experts attribute this unusual heat wave to a combination of changing weather patterns and climate change impacts, which have led to earlier onset of summer conditions. As the capital braces for hotter days ahead, residents are advised to take precautions against heat-related health risks. This surge in temperatures is not isolated to Delhi, as several regions across North India are also witnessing similar spikes, raising concerns about the broader implications for agriculture and water supply in the region. The Indian Meteorological Department continues to monitor the situation closely, providing updates on the evolving weather patterns as summer approaches.