Rain and thunder lashed the national capital on Friday (April 17, 2026) night, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of thunderstorms and advised residents to stay indoors.
The IMD said an intense band of storm activity has formed and is moving west to east across Delhi, bringing moderate rainfall, gusty winds of 40-60 kmph and possible lightning, with conditions likely to continue over the next few hours.
The weather office had also issued an orange alert.
Advising caution, the weather office urged residents to remain indoors and avoid open areas.
"Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by light thunderstorm and lightning with 40-50 kmph gusty winds is very likely to continue over the entire Delhi and NCR," the IMD said.
