Scorching heatwave forcing residents to remain indoors

Hotels witness decline in foot falls due to blistering heat

People opt for online food delivery services than go out

The scorching heatwave gripping sun-drenched Bengaluru has forced residents to remain indoors, dealing a blow to local businesses, particularly the hotel industry. Normally bustling with patrons during breakfast and lunch hours, hotels now witness a noticeable decline in foot traffic.

Fearing the relentless heat outside, people opt for online food delivery services rather than venturing out. The unprecedented heatwave has left citizens parched, with even copious water intake failing to alleviate their thirst.

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School vacations, which typically drive up business, are proving ineffective in attracting customers as parents are hesitant to expose their children to the blistering sun. Consequently, footfall during peak hours, from 10 am to 4 pm, has dwindled, while evening snack times still manage to draw some patrons.

The mercury continues to soar, setting record temperatures exacerbating the situation. Without relief from rains, businesses, including hotels, face further decline. The community eagerly awaits respite from the scorching heat, hoping for a reprieve from rains in the days to come.