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329 million children in India exposed to extreme heat: UNICEF report
Published 16 June 2026 ยท india
A UN report reveals 92% of Indian children face extreme heat, with 89 million exposed to heatwaves. While India has Heat Action Plans, they lack
A UN report reveals 92% of Indian children face extreme heat, with 89 million exposed to heatwaves. While India has Heat Action Plans, they lack child-specific measures. India's high hazard exposure score, especially for extreme heat and air pollution, highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to protect young lives.
Published: June 16, 2026 โข 11:30 PM IST ยท Updated: June 17, 2026 โข 12:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
A UN report reveals 92% of Indian children face extreme heat, with 89 million exposed to heatwaves.
While India has Heat Action Plans, they lack child-specific measures.
India's high hazard exposure score, especially for extreme heat and air pollution, highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to protect young lives.