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The India Meteorological Department, in coordination with the Ministry of Earth Sciences, released a comprehensive report on the prolonged 2026 summer heatwaves. The report noted that Northwest India, particularly Rajasthan and Gujarat, experienced record-breaking consecutive days with temperatures exceeding 48 degrees Celsius. The study emphasizes an urgent need for cities to adopt Heat Action Plans, improve urban green cover, and implement strict water conservation protocols to mitigate climate extremes.
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