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Delhi Launches Heat Action Plan 2025 to Combat Record Temperatures

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveils measures including Cool Roof pilots, healthcare readiness, and urban cooling to address rising heatwave threats.

Authorities warned that heatwaves are becoming more intense and frequent, with Delhi recording temperatures as high as 52.9 degrees Celsius. (File)
Chief minister Rekha Gupta with PWD minister Parvesh Verma and Aapda Mitra volunteers at the launch of Delhi Heat Action Plan 2025 at Delhi Secretariat on Monday. (ANI)
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Overview

  • Delhi's Heat Action Plan 2025, spearheaded by CM Rekha Gupta, officially launched with three Cool Roof pilot projects at Kashmere Gate, Anand Vihar, and Delhi Secretariat.
  • The plan establishes an early warning system for heatwaves, with alerts sent via medical portals and text messages to vulnerable populations.
  • Hospitals are mandated to create dedicated heatstroke wards equipped with ICU beds and essential medicines to handle heat-related health emergencies.
  • Urban cooling initiatives include green roofs at bus stops, cooling centres in densely populated areas, and chilled water access in slums to reduce heat exposure.
  • Special measures for schools and informal workers include hydration routines for children and climate experts' calls for safeguards like paid heat leave and free water ATMs.