Ahmedabad ranks world's 2nd most heat-risk city; Bengaluru among India's 14 in top 50: Report

Ahmedabad has emerged as the second most heat-risk city globally, highlighting a serious environmental concern. The report underscores that over 95% of the world's most at-risk cities due to heat are in South and Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa, pointing to a severe climate challenge. Bengaluru also makes the list, being among the top 14 Indian cities in the global top 50 for heat risk, emphasizing the urgent need for sustainable urban planning and climate action to mitigate these escalating risks. This data is crucial as it underscores the urgent need for proactive measures to combat the increasing heat-related threats.