Delhi-NCR Weather: IMD issues orange alert for rain and hail

The weather department has issued an orange alert for Delhi-NCR, warning of rain, lightning, and hail over the next two hours. Central Delhi, New Delhi, southwest Delhi, west Delhi, and north Delhi are expected to face the maximum impact of these sudden changes. Officials state that some parts of the region will see medium rain along with thunder and lightning.

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Weather departments issue orange alerts to warn residents about bad weather that has the potential to disrupt daily life and cause minor damage. Sudden spring or winter rain spells in north India are often triggered by western disturbances moving across the region.