Tackling the Looming Threat of Climate-Induced Migration in India
Climate change, one of the most pressing global crises, continues to underline the far-reaching consequences of humanity’s disregard for the environment. Asian countries, particularly India, are bearing the brunt of rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and unforeseen natural disasters. Infosys Co-Founder Narayana Murthy’s recent admonition about the possibility of "mass migration" to metropolitan hubs like Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune sheds light on the urgency of addressing this challenge. Murthy’s warning is not merely a projection; it’s a wake-up call. With India’s dense population, the potential for certain regions becoming uninhabitable in the next 20-25 years is both alarming and plausible. The increasing heatwaves, water scarcity, and deteriorating air quality in urban centers are already straining resources and infrastructure. A mass influx of migrants due to climate change would exacerbate these challenges, pushing these cities toward becoming unlivable....