Delhi under IMD red alert; rain may delay Karwa Chauth moon sighting

Delhi is under a <b>red alert</b> from the IMD as of 5:45 pm, covering North, North‑West, West and South‑West districts. The warning flags heavy rain that may keep skies overcast and delay the <b>moon sighting</b> for Karwa Chauth. While the IMD issues timely alerts, city officials lag in clearing streets and deploying rain‑drainage, a classic case of bureaucracy turning a weather warning into a public inconvenience. Heavy clouds could postpone evening prayers, leaving thousands of women uncertain about their fasting rituals.