India, May 7 -- The Gautam Budh Nagar administration has moved to activate its heat action plan, signalling a precautionary approach as temperatures begin their upward climb, officials said on Wednesday.

The measure comes even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has not issued any formal heatwave warning.

District administration officials said that various departments have been directed to ensure preparedness across key sectors, including healthcare, labour safety and essential services.

"Departments have been asked to maintain round-the-clock availability of doctors, ensure adequate stock of medicines and ORS, and keep ambulance services fully operational. Civic bodies have been instructed to install drinking water facilities...