The ropeway area witnessed long queues, while the Evolution Park, Dynamotion Hall and Space Theatre also drew a lot of visitors, particularly children. The maximum temperature went up to 25.2 degrees on Sunday from 24 degrees on Saturday. An active Western Disturbance is hampering the free flow of northwesterly winds into south Bengal, said a Met official. Around 3.30pm at Eco Park, the water sports section had long queues, with visitors waiting 15 to 20 minutes for their turn. Around 1pm, small groups were seen playing cricket on the Maidan, while a handful of families lay out picnic mats.

Source: The Telegraph January 19, 2026 02:28 UTC