Desi jugaads during heatwaves: India’s battle against 45°C temperatures
As India faces increasingly severe heatwaves with temperatures exceeding 45°C, citizens are turning to 'jugaad'—clever, grassroots innovations—to cope with the extreme weather. These solutions range from traditional cooling methods to modern DIY technologies designed to protect outdoor workers and maintain daily productivity.
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Rising global temperatures are creating urgent health and economic crises, necessitating creative adaptation strategies in vulnerable regions.
Desi jugaads during heatwaves: India’s battle against 45°C temperatures | India News - The Times of India
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