Indian children among most exposed to extreme heat, drought, and multiple climate hazards: UNICEF Report
A new UNICEF report highlights that children in India are among the most vulnerable globally to climate-related hazards, including extreme heat and drought. The data shows that over half of India's children are exposed to at least three major climate risks.
Why it matters
This report underscores the disproportionate impact of climate change on youth populations in developing nations, necessitating urgent policy interventions.
Children (under 18) in India are amongst the most exposed and vulnerable to hazards imposed due to extreme heat and drought as per the Children’s Climate Risk Report 2026 by the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF). The data presented shows that around 55% of children in India are exposed to at least three of 8 climate hazards considered — riverine floods, coastal floods, agricultural and meteorological drought, tropical storms, heatwaves, extreme heat, sand and dust storms.
The article relies on data from a reputable international organization (UNICEF) to report on environmental risks.
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