With summer temperatures in New Delhi expected to soar, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has introduced a comprehensive Heat Wave Action Plan for 2026. The plan includes innovative measures such as the implementation of a 'Cool Roof Policy 2026' aimed at reducing indoor temperatures through reflective coatings. Misting systems will be installed at bus stops, and ORS (oral rehydration solution) will be provided to schoolchildren to prevent dehydration. Construction workers will have their outdoor work hours adjusted to avoid the hottest parts of the day, and they will be supplied with protective gear and drinking water. The government has identified high-risk thermal hotspots, including Ayanagar and Najafgarh, through scientific assessments using satellite data. Additionally, health centres across Delhi are on alert, and dedicated 'cool rooms' have been set up in hospitals for heatwave patients. Gupta emphasized the importance of ensuring uninterrupted power supply during peak demand, which is projected to exceed 9,000 MW this summer. The plan aims to protect both residents and animals from the severe impacts of heatwaves.