India election: How fierce heatwave is impacting voter turnout | BBC News

Northern India, including its capital Delhi, is reeling under a fierce heatwave with temperatures soaring above 45C over the weekend. Authorities have closed some schools and the central bank has warned the heat could pose a risk to food inflation. The searing temperatures come as India holds its general election, the results of which will be declared on 4 June. However, the extreme weather is disrupting polls turnout, with numbers impacted and election authorities extending the voting window. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #IndiaElection #ExtremeHeat #BBCNews