Explained: How India’s extreme heat is becoming an economic disaster
Last Updated : May 28 2026 | 10:18 AM IST
India’s economy is facing a new hidden tax — extreme heat. From falling factory productivity and rising electricity bills to lost jobs, lower farm output, and billions in economic damage, heatwaves are now becoming a serious threat to India’s growth story. How dangerous can this get for the economy? Watch the full story.