India’s hottest district Banda shuts at 10 am as mercury breaches 48 degrees Celsius mark
Summary
India’s Banda district hit 48°C, triggering early shutdowns and altered daily life as residents adapt to extreme heat. The HT report links the heat to climate change and local ecological degradation, including mining, deforestation, and river depletion, with researchers warning of long term livability concerns. The piece highlights impacts on work, agriculture, and electricity supply in Bundelkhand.