Cyclone Resilience Pathways Explored for Coastal West Bengal Farmers
Cyclone Resilience Pathways Explored for Coastal West Bengal Farmers
IN · Published Oct 8, 2026
• A recent study by Panja et al., published in Global Environmental Change, investigates the resilience pathways of smallholder farming communities in coastal West Bengal, India, in the face of cyclone-induced climate disasters.
• The research highlights the vulnerabilities of these communities, which are frequently exposed to extreme weather events such as cyclones.

Impact & Risks

The study underscores the significant risks faced by smallholder farmers in coastal West Bengal due to frequent cyclones. These extreme weather events disrupt agricultural activities, damage crops, and threaten livelihoods, exacerbating poverty and food insecurity in the region. The research highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to enhance the adaptive capacity of these communities, as they are among the most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.

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