Scorching Summer: North India Endures Record-Breaking Heatwave

North India is in the throes of a merciless summer, facing record-breaking heatwaves exacerbated by climate change. The onslaught of intense heat shows no signs of subsiding, with temperatures forecasted to reach a brutal 45 degrees Celsius. City authorities across the region have warned of impending water shortages and potential power grid failures. This is not just an average summer; the national capital and several other northern cities have been enduring temperatures well above 40 degrees for eight consecutive days. June has been particularly severe, setting a new record for the highest temperature in the month at a scorching 47 degrees Celsius, a peak not seen in the past decade. Climate change, primarily driven by the burning of fossil fuels and human activities, is making such heatwaves hotter and more frequent globally. While the Meteorological Department predicts some relief from June 19 onwards, with Delhi expected to drop to a 'yellow' alert on Wednesday and Thursday, the consistent rise in temperatures underscores the urgent reality of climate change. Residents continue to reel under the oppressive heat, highlighting the dire need for sustainable solutions to mitigate these extreme weather conditions.