Delhi's Sweltering Heat: A Day in the Life of Street Vendors
Delhiwale: Citizen Vijay versus 42 degrees

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As temperatures soar to 46 degrees Celsius in Delhi, street vendors and citizens adapt to the extreme heat. From cooks at roadside kiosks to commuters in air-conditioned metro coaches, life continues despite the oppressive conditions. Vendor Vijay remains at his stall outside Vaishali Metro Station, emphasizing the need to earn despite the harsh weather.
- 01Temperatures in Delhi are expected to reach 46 degrees Celsius, impacting daily life.
- 02Vendors like Vijay endure the heat to sustain their livelihoods, highlighting the resilience of street culture.
- 03Cooks at roadside stalls in Central Delhi's Mandi House are forced to close due to the extreme heat.
- 04Scenes around iconic locations like Jama Masjid and Sunder Nursery show people navigating the heat in unique ways.
- 05The Blue Line Metro remains crowded, illustrating a shift of daily activities into air-conditioned spaces.
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This week, Delhi is bracing for a scorching heatwave, with temperatures expected to peak at 46 degrees Celsius. Street vendors and cooks, like Santosh, Pradeep, and Prakash at a roadside kiosk in Central Delhi's Mandi House, struggle to cope, often closing their stalls to escape the oppressive heat. Nearby, a traffic policeman continues his duties, while at the historic Jama Masjid, visitors navigate the blistering courtyard, avoiding the hot red sandstone. Surprisingly, the gardens of Sunder Nursery still attract visitors, including couples seeking a shaded retreat. In stark contrast, the Blue Line Metro is bustling with commuters, demonstrating how life shifts into cooler environments during such extreme weather. Outside Vaishali Metro Station, vendor Vijay stands alone at his stall, emphasizing the harsh reality that earning a living must continue despite the sweltering conditions. This vivid tableau of life in Delhi under extreme temperatures reflects both the challenges and resilience of its citizens.
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The extreme heat affects daily life, forcing street vendors to adapt and impacting the flow of pedestrian traffic.
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