As the heatwave-like conditions continue to prevail in most of the Indian states, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the severe heatwave condition will start decreasing from Thursday
The directions will be implemented across all construction sites in Delhi, including those of government agencies and private establishments, officials said..
Delhi Lt Governor V K Saxena directed officials to implement a paid break for labourers from noon to 3 pm, provide water and coconut milk at construction sites, and place water pitchers at bus stands as the city faces an intense heatwave. His instructions address the lack of state-led protective measures and seek to safeguard labourers working in extreme heat.