IN PICS: Heavy showers bring respite to residents from scorching heat in Delhi-NCR

Delhi's air quality was oscillating between 'very poor' and 'severe' for the last few days due to a dust storm in northwest India which led to a sharp increase in the PM2.5 level. The AQI of the city was recorded at 138 on Tuesday according to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research Institute (SAFAR), while the Central Pollution Control Board recorded Dehi's AQI at 147. (Image: ANI)

Earlier this week, showers in parts of the region, also helped to improve the air quality index (AQI) of the national capital. (Image: ANI)

Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad reported a good amount of rain on Wednesday. (Image: ANI)

It brought much needed-relief for the residents from severe heat conditions. (Image: ANI)

The showers were accompanied with thunder and strong winds. (Image: ANI)

Various parts of Delhi NCR received heavy showers on Wednesday morning, bringing respite to the dwellers from the sweltering heat. (Image: ANI)