In this article for Mint, Sridhar Ganapathy, Principal and Saloni Atal, Program Manager at Artha Global write about how climate change is no longer just an environmental issue—it is impacting public health in significant ways. Rising temperatures and air pollution are accelerating the spread of vector-borne diseases, increasing heat-related illnesses, and worsening respiratory conditions. Our healthcare system faces steep challenges as weather patterns become increasingly unpredictable under the impact of climate change.

India must invest in building stronger climate-health data infrastructure, strengthen inter-ministerial sharing of data and enhance cooperation among agencies to shield citizens from climate-related health risks.

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