India’s geographical diversity and growing climate vulnerabilities place it squarely in the path of a wide array of natural hazards — most of them weather-related. From cyclones and floods to thunderstorms, lightning, and heat waves, the country faces year-round meteorological challenges that differ by region and season. In recent years, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) … Read more
The journey towards recognising and addressing the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable countries has been long and fraught with resistance. In 1991, Vanuatu, representing the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), first proposed the creation of an international climate fund to support nations most threatened by rising sea levels. However, entrenched opposition from … Read more
Spanning 12 States, one Union Territory, and stretching for more than 2,500 km from Jammu and Kashmir in the north to Arunachal Pradesh in the east, the Indian Himalayan Region is home to numerous peaks, over 22,000 glaciers, and more than 77 million people. This environmentally fragile region is not only highly diverse and rich … Read more
India stands at a critical crossroads between climate vulnerability and economic opportunity. As a fast-developing as well as populous country, it must balance ambitious growth with the urgent need for environmental sustainability. Its participation in multilateral climate negotiations reflects both its exposure to climate risks and its increasing assertiveness in shaping global climate governance. Since … Read more