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A parliamentary committee has suggested incorporating "new and emerging" disasters such as heatwaves into the government's disaster management plans. The committee also recommended regular reviews and updates of the official disaster list, long-term disaster preparedness, and increased investment in disaster-resistant infrastructure. Greenpeace India called for a dedicated "heat budget" and legally binding goals for heatwave management, as well as a specialized body to oversee these efforts.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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