In 2023, summers started early with an extreme heatwave situation for the major Indian states. The situation has worsened for the citizens of India, who are unable to move out of their comfort due to the heat.
As per the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD,) this year summers are going to last longer than usual, starting from April till June. The scorching heat in India amid global warming, climate change and other factors have not only affected the health of people, but is also expected to have a major worsening effect on the Indian economy.
It is to be noted, a majority of the Indian population belongs to the agriculture sector, but due to the rising temperature, especially in North Indian states, crops are likely to be damaged. Farmers of India could have a major loss and double trouble due to summers.
Agriculture sector, which holds a major significance in the Gross Domestic Profit (GDP) of India, is going to face a drawback. Crops damage, high prices of food and other agricultural inflation.
The impact of heatwaves on labor productivity can be severe. Workers can suffer from heat exhaustion, dehydration, and other heat-related illnesses, which can lead to absenteeism, lower productivity, and even death. According to a study by the International Labor Organization, heat stress is estimated to result in a 2.2 per cent loss in global working hours by 2030.
In India, this loss could be even higher, given the country’s high levels of heat exposure and labor-intensive industries such as agriculture and construction.
The impact of heatwaves on labor productivity can be severe. Workers can suffer from heat exhaustion, dehydration, and other heat-related illnesses, which can lead to absenteeism, lower productivity, and even death. According to a study by the International Labor Organization, heat stress is estimated to result in a 2.2 per cent loss in global working hours by 2030.
In India, this loss could be even higher, given the country’s high levels of heat exposure and labor-intensive industries such as agriculture and construction.
Heatwaves can also put additional pressure on the healthcare system, given its devastating effects on the human body. Heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and other heat-related illnesses can be life-threatening, and hospitals may be overwhelmed with patients during heatwaves.
Meanwhile, the heatwaves is likely to continue for the next two months, therefore people are advised to take precaution and follow a healthy life to be safe in this scorching heat.
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