India, April 10 -- In a sudden weather change, Delhi and the national capital region (NCR) on Thursday witnessed dust storm amid a scorching heatwave. The India Meteorological Department has predicted rain and thunderstorm for the day.

The capital's maximum temperature for the day is forecast to settle at around 39 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is likely to hover around 26 degrees Celsius.

Delhi's air quality index was recorded in the 'poor' category as the AQI at 9 am stood at 243, showed data from the Central Pollution Control Board.

According to the weather office, the capital city is predicted to receive thunderstorm with rain on Friday as well, with the minimum temperature forecast to dip to 24 degrees Celsius.

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