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91 Indian districts at high drought risk, 51 at high flood risk: Report


Published on 2024-12-13 23:22:15 - MSN
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  • India's 91 districts face high risks of drought, 51 districts are at high flood risks and 11 face "very high" risks of both, a new report released by the Department of science and technology says, emphasising the need for immediate interventions to address challenges posed by climate change.

The article from MSN India discusses a report by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) which highlights the severe climate risks facing India. According to the report, 91 districts in India are at a high risk of drought, while 51 districts face a high risk of flooding. These risks are attributed to changing climate patterns, with some areas experiencing both drought and flood conditions within the same year. The report also notes that 75% of India's districts are vulnerable to extreme hydro-met disasters, with 40% of these districts facing multiple hazards. This situation underscores the urgent need for comprehensive disaster management strategies and infrastructure resilience to mitigate the impacts of these climate-related events.

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