Extreme heatwave conditions across India have significantly impacted restaurants, pubs, and bars, leading to a sharp decline in sales and footfalls, with some outlets reporting up to a 40% decrease. Al fresco dining and high street locations are worst affected, especially during lunch hours, which are seeing a notable drop in business. The heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius in some places, has led people to avoid outdoor dining, impacting sales till about 6 pm.
Extreme heatwave conditions across India have significantly impacted restaurants, pubs, and bars, leading to a sharp decline in sales and footfalls, with some outlets reporting up to a 40% decrease. Al fresco dining and high street locations are worst affected, especially during lunch hours, which are seeing a notable drop in business. The heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius in some places, has led people to avoid outdoor dining, impacting sales till about 6 pm.
Heatwave conditions, particularly in the North, are significantly impacting the afternoon economy, affecting sales and footfalls between 12 noon and 4 pm. The scorching temperatures are leading to a decline in the availability of delivery riders, pushcart vendors, and sales workers. Businesses are experiencing disruptions in routine deliveries and working hours, prompting changes in operating hours and strategies to cope with the heat. While business activity is dampened in the afternoon, there is some compensation during the evening as people prefer to stay indoors and order in.
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