Delhi's heat stress affects over 75% of its area for six or more years

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Over 75% of Delhi experiences significant heat stress for six or more years, impacting construction sites, markets, and schools. A report by CSE found 98.72% of Delhi's area exceeded heat-stress thresholds at least once between 2015-2024, with many vulnerable locations in recurring extreme heat zones. Delhi faces a worsening heat crisis, with rising temperatures and reduced nighttime cooling, necessitating a heat resilience strategy focused on vulnerable populations.


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