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India’s silent crisis: Rising temperatures and unequal resilience

India is currently facing a major crisis as temperatures are rising at an alarming rate. According to scientists, the country is heating up at a speed unmatched by any other nation.

This crisis is set to have devastating consequences for the Indian people and economy. With a population of over 1.4 billion, any crisis is likely to be felt keenly by many.

As temperatures rise, the poor and vulnerable will be hit the hardest. They have less access to air conditioning and other coping mechanisms. In addition, they are more likely to be employed in physically demanding jobs outdoors, such as agriculture and construction.

Rising temperatures will also have a significant impact on the Indian economy. The country’s main crops, such as rice and wheat, are sensitive to changes in temperature and rainfall. As temperatures continue to rise, crop yields are likely to decrease, which could lead to food shortages and price increases.

The World Bank has warned that if global warming continues at the current rate, it could push 100 million people into poverty by 2030. The majority of those affected will be in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, regions already struggling with high levels of poverty.

The good news is that there is still time to avert the worst effects of climate change. If countries take immediate and decisive action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we can still limit the temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, the threshold beyond which the risks of climate change increase sharply.

The time for action is now. We must all do our part to mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure a better future for generations to come.