India, March 29 -- As the mercury continues to soar in the national capital -- touching a three-year high for the month of March on Wednesday at 38.9degC -- the Delhi Zoo has launched a summer action plan to help its animals beat the heat.

Starting April 1, enclosures will be equipped with water sprinklers, cooling pools, shaded shelters, and fruit ice cubes, ensuring the zoo's residents stay comfortable amid the scorching temperatures. Special diets, including seasonal fruits like watermelon and cucumbers, will also be introduced, while zoo staff have been instructed to stay on alert for any signs of heat stress.

Zoo director Sanjeet Kumar said, similar to previous years, the plan is focused on preventing heat-related distress among an...