Delhi is currently grappling with an intense cold wave, with several parts of the national capital recording significantly low temperatures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that Ayanagar, a weather station in Delhi, registered a minimum temperature of 2.9°C, making it one of the coldest January mornings in recent years, particularly since 2013. This dip in mercury has led to severe cold wave conditions gripping isolated pockets of the city and the broader North Indian plains. Experts attribute the prolonged cold spell to consistent northwesterly winds and clear skies, which allow heat to dissipate rapidly at night. The IMD has issued an 'orange alert' for Delhi and surrounding regions, warning of persistent cold wave conditions and dense to very dense fog expected to continue for several days. Visibility has been significantly reduced, causing disruptions to road, rail, and air travel across North India. Other areas in North India, including parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana, have also reported near-freezing or sub-zero temperatures. Authorities have advised the public, especially the elderly, children, and those with respiratory issues, to take necessary precautions against the biting cold. This ongoing cold wave underscores a significant weather event impacting daily life and public health in the region.