India, June 16 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recently issued a red alert for the Capital as the city's 'feels like' soared to 51.9degC. With several heatwaves having scorched most parts of north India, the Central government's plan to introduce regulations for air conditioner temperatures has been a tough pill to swallow for many.

Under the proposed guidelines, AC settings will be limited to a standard range of 20degC and 28degC to improve energy efficiency and reduce power consumption, Union Minister for Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal Khattar announced this week.

The proposal has been received with mixed reactions and sparked public debate. Among those describing this as a much-needed measure is designer R...