At least 24 people have died in a scorching heat wave that has swept over half a dozen Indian states, officials said Friday.
Blistering hot, dry winds have swept across most parts of north and central India, wilting plants and forcing people to avoid the outdoors when they can. In the cities, large crowds of office workers gather around stalls selling cold fruit drinks.
The highest temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 Celsius) this week was recorded in Bundelkhand district of northern Uttar Pradesh state. In parts of the state, villagers performed rituals to induce rain, pouring water on children lying on the ground with their hands clasped toward the …
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