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Delhi-NCR weather alert issued ahead of BRICS Summit
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Delhi due to forecasts of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. This weather shift follows a period of high temperatures and humidity in the Delhi-NCR region.
The unsettled weather coincides with preparations for the BRICS Leaders’ Summit, scheduled to take place at Bharat Mandapam on September 12 and 13. Authorities have already implemented heightened security measures and traffic restrictions across the capital, which may be further complicated by intermittent rainfall and lightning.
Meteorologists expect the wet spell to continue through the weekend, potentially bringing relief from recent heat. While rainfall is expected to be widespread, some forecasts suggest it may be concentrated in specific areas, covering approximately 30 to 40 percent of the region.
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BRICS · Bharat Mandapam · Delhi-NCR · India Meteorological Department · Narendra Modi
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Intermittent moderate rain is forecast for parts of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, and Rajasthan over the weekend. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Rainfall is expected to continue during the two-day BRICS summit scheduled for September 12 and 13. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The IMD issued a red alert for Delhi, forecasting rain, thunderstorms, and lightning. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Temperatures are expected to decrease, with maximums potentially dropping below 33 degrees Celsius. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com · samacharnama.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Air quality in Delhi remains in the moderate to poor category, with specific AQI readings recorded in areas like Noida and Ghaziabad. samacharnama.com