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Delhi Schools Ring 'Water Bells' Amid Severe Heatwave
22 Apr
Summary
- Schools in Delhi mandated to ring 'water bells' every 45-60 minutes.
- The city faces heatwave conditions with predicted temperatures of 41-44C.
- Students will also participate in a 'buddy system' for mutual well-being.
As New Delhi braces for a severe heatwave, schools in the capital have received a directive to ring 'water bells' at regular intervals.
The city education directorate has instructed schools to ring bells every 45 to 60 minutes, serving as a reminder for students to stay hydrated.
This measure comes as forecasts predict temperatures to soar to 41-44C later in the week, following a recent high of 49.2C in May 2024. The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for the region.
