Climate Change: Delhi burns as ground temperatures rise by 6 degrees in 10 years

Delhi is getting much hotter due to climate change, with ground temperatures rising by up to 6°C in some areas over the past 10 years.

This heat is not the same everywhere—some neighbourhoods are far hotter because of more concrete buildings and less greenery, creating “local heat pockets”.

Experts warn this could seriously affect people’s health, and suggest adding more green spaces and using heat-resistant materials to reduce the impact.

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