Rain hits Delhi-NCR, gusty winds uproot trees in some areas | Pics

Published on May 17, 2025 06:37 pm IST

Rain and strong winds lashed several parts of Delhi on Saturday, bringing respite sizzling heat but resulting in some damage in NCR.

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The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing damage in several areas. In Noida, trees were uprooted due to the strong winds and rain, falling on parked vehicles and causing damage. (ANI) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 17, 2025 06:37 pm IST

The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing damage in several areas. In Noida, trees were uprooted due to the strong winds and rain, falling on parked vehicles and causing damage. (ANI)

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Strong winds and a dust storm swept through parts of Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad on Saturday afternoon, just a day after similar weather was reported in the region.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 17, 2025 06:37 pm IST

Strong winds and a dust storm swept through parts of Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad on Saturday afternoon, just a day after similar weather was reported in the region.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

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Delhi also faced the impact of the storm. In Connaught Place, a tree was uprooted near the PVR Plaza cinema and fell on vehicles after the heavy rain and thunderstorms.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 17, 2025 06:37 pm IST

Delhi also faced the impact of the storm. In Connaught Place, a tree was uprooted near the PVR Plaza cinema and fell on vehicles after the heavy rain and thunderstorms.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier forecast thunderstorms with rain for Delhi on Saturday, with the maximum temperature expected to reach around 42 degrees Celsius.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier forecast thunderstorms with rain for Delhi on Saturday, with the maximum temperature expected to reach around 42 degrees Celsius.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

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Earlier this week, visibility in Delhi-NCR had dropped suddenly. On Thursday, the IMD explained that dust from North Pakistan was moving towards Delhi via Punjab and Haryana. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Earlier this week, visibility in Delhi-NCR had dropped suddenly. On Thursday, the IMD explained that dust from North Pakistan was moving towards Delhi via Punjab and Haryana. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

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Delhi-NCR dust storm and harsh weather for straight three days. Following a dust storm that swept through the city on Thursday.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Delhi-NCR dust storm and harsh weather for straight three days. Following a dust storm that swept through the city on Thursday.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

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Several areas of Delhi experienced rain and gusty winds under overcast skies again on Friday.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 17, 2025 06:37 pm IST

Several areas of Delhi experienced rain and gusty winds under overcast skies again on Friday.(RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

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