Banda, India's hottest district, witnesses life halting by 10 am as temperatures soar past 48°C, leaving streets deserted and businesses operating only during cooler hours.
Banda's extreme heat has affected local businesses
May 20, 2026
11:40 am
What's the storyBanda, a district in Uttar Pradesh, is facing extreme heat conditions with temperatures soaring to 48.2°C.
The heat has become so unbearable that by 10:00am every day, the district comes to a standstill, HT reported.
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