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title: "Why are heatwaves getting worse in India?"  
description: "Why are heatwaves getting worse in India?"  
author: "María Fernanda Martínez"  
published: 2026-11-11  
updated: 2026-11-11  
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tags: ["heatwaves India", "climate change", "temperature", "heat stroke", "IMD"]  
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# Why are heatwaves getting worse in India?



## Answers

### Answer by Daria Smirnova

Heatwaves in India are becoming more frequent, longer and more intense, and scientists link this mainly to climate change, which is raising average temperatures.

Cities make it worse through the urban heat island effect, where concrete, asphalt and fewer trees trap heat, so nights stay hot too. High humidity in coastal areas makes the heat even more dangerous for the body. Outdoor workers, the elderly and people without access to cooling are most at risk.

Several states and cities now have heat action plans, with early warnings, cooling centres and changed working hours. Simple steps, drinking water often, avoiding the midday sun and watching for signs of heat stroke, save lives. More [health questions](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/questions/health) on MindStick Q&A.


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