Indian Cities Face Longer, Harsher Heatwaves
Indian Cities Face Longer, Harsher Heatwaves
IN · Published Nov 3, 2026
• A new climate study warns that major Indian cities are set to experience significantly longer, more intense, and more frequent heatwaves as global temperatures rise.
• Researchers from IIT Roorkee, IIT Jammu, and other institutions analyzed climate projections for 54 urban areas using high-resolution temperature data and advanced statistical models.

Impact & Risks

The intensifying heatwaves pose significant risks to public health, urban infrastructure, and water resources, particularly in northwestern, northern, and eastern coastal regions of India. Cities like Delhi, Kanpur, and Bhubaneswar are expected to face the brunt of these changes, with longer and more severe heat events increasing the likelihood of heat-related illnesses and strain on energy systems. While some southern and coastal cities may experience smaller changes, the overall trend underscores the growing vulnerability of urban populations to extreme heat.

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