Delhi-NCR Shivers: Cold Wave Intensifies, Temp Plunges to 4.6°C Amid Rain

• Delhi-NCR experienced its coldest morning of the season with the minimum temperature dropping to 4.6°C, intensifying the ongoing cold wave.
• The sharp temperature drop was accompanied by intermittent rainfall and cold northwesterly winds across Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida.
• IMD forecasts indicate cold wave conditions are likely to persist, with maximum temperatures hovering between 16-17°C.
• Despite rainfall, Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) remained 'poor' at 280, with several hotspots recording 'very poor' levels.
• Areas like Anand Vihar (385), Nehru Nagar (392), and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (354) reported 'very poor' air quality.

Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR battles severe cold wave with 4.6°C minimum temp and 'poor' air quality despite rain.