💨 Abstract

UNICEF's report indicates that Indian children face significant health, attendance, and learning challenges due to heatwaves, air pollution, and natural disasters. In 2024 alone, 54.8 million children were affected by heatwaves. The report highlights that India, ranking 26th on the UNICEF Children's Climate Risk Index, is vulnerable to climate change impacts.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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