Funding, cooling and healthcare: Experts break down India's new heatwave disaster status
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Abhiyant TiwariArunabha GhoshCouncil On EnergyNational Disaster Management AuthorityDisaster Response FundDisaster Mitigation FundIndia Institute Of Medical SciencesNatural Resources Defense CouncilHead Of The DepartmentDelhi, Delhi, IndiaNew Delhi, Delhi, IndiaIndia
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Wed, 12 August 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com03:03first to report
Indias recognition of heatwaves as a notified natural calamity could unlock dedicated disaster funds for states to strengthen heat action plans and protect vulnerable communities. Experts say the move can finance cooling shelters, water points, health preparedness and worker safeguards, while stressing the need for locally owned, well-funded and effectively implemented measures.