‘Most earnings spent on buying water’: Outdoor workers bear brunt of Delhi heat
Outdoor workers in Delhi are struggling to cope with extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 45 degrees Celsius. Many report spending a significant portion of their earnings on water to stay hydrated while working long hours in harsh conditions. The ongoing heat wave is impacting their health and ability to earn a living, as missing work means losing income.
- ▪Delhi recorded a temperature of 45 degrees Celsius, with forecasts predicting even hotter conditions.
- ▪Outdoor workers are facing exhaustion and health issues due to the extreme heat, often working long hours without adequate breaks.
- ▪Many workers report spending a large portion of their earnings on water, as access to free drinking water is often denied.
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‘Most earnings spent on buying water’: Outdoor workers bear brunt of Delhi heatIn Delhi’s 45 degrees Celsius heat, outdoor workers say there is little room to stop.Updated on: May 23, 2026 10:29 AM ISTBy Anita Goswami | Reported by Aaditya KhatwaniShare viaCopy link As Delhi sweltered through another day of extreme temperatures on Friday, thousands of workers across the city continued their shifts outdoors. By early afternoon, the pavement outside Dilli Haat began to simmer in the heat. A few visitors hurried past with scarves wrapped around their faces, but most stalls stood empty.
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