Roads In Europe Melt In 40°C Heat While Indian Highways Survive Even 60°C Summers | Explained

Europe is facing severe disruptions as record heatwaves melt tram tracks in Germany and cause "bleeding" on French roads, with surface temperatures exceeding 60°C.In contrast, India’s highways — built with VG-30, VG-40, Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB), and rigid concrete pavements — routinely handle extreme summer heat without similar failures.The difference? Infrastructure designed for local climates: Europe’s softer bitumen for cold winters vs India’s heat-resistant grades and concrete corridors.A stark reminder of how climate adaptation varies across continents. #heatwave #weather #india Mint is an Indian financial daily newspaper published by HT Media. The Mint YT Channel brings you cutting edge analysis of the latest business news and financial news. With in-depth market coverage, explainers and expert opinions, we break down and simplify business news for you. Click here to download the Mint App: https://livemint.onelink.me/MrDS/p0kx... Now make Mint your preferred source on Google and get business & finance updates first. Add here - https://www.google.com/preferences/so... Subscribe to Mint Premium Now: https://www.read.ht/Scaq Subscribe to Mint's WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va91...