Modi’s Adviser Says India Economy Can Withstand Heat Wave Impact
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As concerns mount over soaring temperatures in India and the impact on growth, a key adviser to Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the economy can withstand any potential weather shock.
The nation’s weather bureau predicted hotter temperatures over the coming months, stoking worries about a repeat of the devastating heat last year that damaged crops, raised food inflation and prompted the government to restrict exports of wheat, rice and sugar.