Haryana Braces for Rain, Cold Wave; IMD Issues Alert for 9 Districts

• IMD issues rain alert for 9 Haryana districts including Karnal, Panipat, due to active Western Disturbance.
• Dense fog and shivering cold marked New Year's Day, with Narnaul recording 5.5°C minimum.
• Forecast predicts light rain/drizzle from Jan 3rd-4th, intensifying cold with temperatures dropping to 3-5°C.
• "Cold day" conditions expected in Rajasthan-bordering areas; peak winter and frost likely by Jan 6th.
• AQI levels recorded: Delhi 181, Faridabad 189, Gurugram 191, Ambala 229.

Why It Matters: Haryana to experience significant weather changes with rain, cold wave, and fog persisting for days.