New Delhi, April 26 -- With temperatures soaring and heatwave conditions intensifying, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday directed officials to strictly implement the Heat Wave Action Plan 2026 on the ground.

Highlighting the growing severity of heat conditions, the Chief Minister pointed out a worrying trend: Delhi has seen temperatures exceeding 40degC for nearly 40 consecutive days over the past two to three years. This year, the government has carried out a detailed scientific assessment of the entire city using satellite data to identify high-risk zones.

Among the most sensitive areas is Ayanagar in South Delhi, which has previously recorded temperatures as high as 45.5degC. Najafgarh (43.7degC in 2025) and Safdarjung (46.8...