🔥 Heatwaves and Their Impact on India's Economy🔥
🔥 Heatwaves and Their Impact on India's Economy: A Comprehensive Overview 🔥 India is sweltering under a severe heatwave, with Rajasthan’s Barmer recording this year’s highest temperature at 48.8°C. Experts warn that the economic repercussions are just as intense as the physical discomfort. Here’s a look at how heatwaves are affecting India’s economy: 🌡 ️ Current Scenario: - Record Temperatures: Over 16 locations across Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh have reported temperatures above 45°C. - Red Alerts: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts in several northern and northwestern states, including Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana, until 28 May. 📉 Economic Impact: - Productivity Decline: High temperatures reduce workforce productivity, especially impacting the 45.76% of the workforce in agriculture and the 83% in the unorganized sector. - Construction Halts: Extreme h...