The intensifying heat stress in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh poses significant risks to public health, agriculture, and livelihoods. Women, particularly those in rural areas and climate-sensitive sectors like agriculture, are at greater risk of heat-related illnesses and economic hardship. The lack of adequate cooling infrastructure and social protections further exacerbates these vulnerabilities. The increasing frequency of heatwaves, with Jharkhand experiencing a 300% rise in heatwave days since 1990, highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to mitigate these risks.