Impact of Glacial Retreat on India’s Coastal Cities

Glacial retreat contributes to sea-level rise, threatening India's coastal cities with increased flooding, saltwater intrusion, and loss of habitat, exacerbating socio-economic vulnerabilities.

Reasons for Glacial Retreat

  • Increased Temperatures: Rising global temperatures due to the accumulation of greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the atmosphere are the primary cause of glacial melting. Higher temperatures lead to increased melting of ice and snow.
  • Longer Melting Seasons: Warmer temperatures extend the melting season, causing glaciers to lose more ice during the summer and reducing the amount of ice gained during the winter.
  • Reduced Snowfall: Climate change can alter precipitation patterns, leading to reduced snowfall in some regions. ....
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