​Climate Change-induced Disasters: India’s Preparedness & Challenges

Climate change-induced disasters refer to extreme weather events exacerbated by global warming, such as floods, hurricanes, heatwaves, and droughts. These events pose significant threats to ecosystems, economies, and human lives, highlighting the urgent need for robust adaptation and resilience strategies.

Types of Climate Change-induced Disasters in India

  • Floods: Intense and erratic monsoon rains, glacial melt, and inadequate urban drainage systems. It results into property damage, loss of life, displacement, and disruption of livelihoods.
  • Droughts: Extended periods of below-average rainfall, over-extraction of groundwater.It results into water scarcity, agricultural losses, and migration.
  • Cyclones: Rising sea surface temperatures leading to more frequent and intense tropical ....
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