16th Finance Commission Recommends Heatwaves and Lightning as National Disasters Source:  DTE

Subject:  Disaster Management Context: The 16th Finance Commission has formally recommended the inclusion of heatwaves and lightning in India’s list of nationally notified disasters, a move triggered by record-breaking temperatures and rising fatalities in 2024-25. About 16th Finance Commission Recommends Heatwaves and Lightning as National Disasters: What is 16th Finance Commission: The Finance Commission is …

Heatwaves in India

Syllabus: Disaster Management Source:  TH  Context: India witnessed severe heatwaves in March 2025 — 20 days earlier than in 2024 — highlighting the urgent need for short-term and long-term strategies to tackle heat stress and its cascading impacts. About Heatwaves: Definition: A heatwave is a prolonged period of excessively hot weather, often accompanied by high …