India faces heightened risks due to its extensive coastline and dependence on monsoon rains. Coastal cities like Mumbai and Chennai are vulnerable to compound flooding from storm surges, rainfall, and rising sea levels. Coral reefs, mangroves, and other natural protective ecosystems are under severe thermal stress, leading to habitat loss and reduced coastal resilience. Small-scale fishers, coastal farmers, and informal settlements are particularly at risk due to limited adaptive capacity. Additionally, disruptions to Indian Ocean shipping lanes could impact energy security and global supply chains.