Heat doesn’t discriminate, but relief often does. As temperatures soar across the city, community-driven cooling points are becoming a vital lifeline. Whether you’re a resident group, youth collective, school, or shop owner, you can be a part of the solution. Here’s how.

How to Set Up a Cooling Point

  • Find a shaded or accessible location (markets, outside clinics, near public transport)
  • Set up a Cooling point with a stand and Matkas and ensure a continuous supply of water
  • Include signage: “Free Water  – Stay Hydrated” 
  • Optional: Provide resting mats/benches
  • Maintain hygiene: Refill and clean regularly

Do’s:

  • Use sustainable materials (no single-use plastic)
  • Keep it gender-inclusive and safe for all
  • Involve local volunteers and youth
  • Have only #DelhiRising painted on Matkas. 
  • Optional: Have a board saying Maintained by –

Don’ts:

  • Don’t block public pathways
  • Avoid sharing misleading health advice
  • Don’t leave the point unattended for long stretches
  • Do not have anything apart from #DelhiRising on Matkas.
  • No other branding/ commercially affiliated on the Cooling points

How to Set Up a Water Bowl 

Setting Up a Water Station for Birds  

  • ⁠Choose a Safe Location: Find a spot where birds feel safe but are still visible for easy refilling and cleaning.
  • Shade is Essential: Place the bowl in a shaded area to reduce evaporation.
  • Size and Material to be used: Circular Clay pots with 3-5inch depth (plastic, steel can be avoided, Clay pots keeps the water cool and attracts birds easily)
  • Change the water 2 days once to keep it fresh and clean and refill them.
  • Weekly Cleaning: Clean the bowls thoroughly once a week.

How to get your Cooling Point on the Map?

Once you’ve set up your point:

  • Fill this short [Google Form],
    • Use the language you are comfortable with
    • Fill up the location details, Latitude in column header X and longitude in column header Y 
  • Share 2–3 clear photos and a quote, if possible
    • Upload the photos onto this drive and make it public 
    • Add the photo link to Column J
  • Mention any local partners involved in the description 

Please note that your content will be reviewed by our team and approved from the backend. 

We’ll feature your effort on the #DelhiRising Cooling Map, and possibly amplify your story on our channels!