Agra: Heatwave in North India triggers decline in tourist footfall at Taj Mahal
Updated On: 29 April, 2026 10:26 AM IST | Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | ANI
On Sunday, the India Meteorological Department said that maximum temperatures are in the range of 40-46 degrees Celsius over most parts of the country

The usually bustling monument saw thinned crowds as visitors struggled to cope with the extreme weather conditions. Photo Courtesy: AFP
A severe heatwave across Northern India on Tuesday resulted in a noticeable drop in the number of tourists visiting the Taj Mahal in Agra. With temperatures rising sharply, the usually bustling monument saw thinned crowds as visitors struggled to cope with the extreme weather conditions.
According to the officials, heatwaves in north India resulted in a decrease in the footfall of tourists at the Taj Mahal.
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