India’s extreme heat raises risk of violence against women, study says
Climate Change
Experts see links between climate and household tensions, with relevance in developing nations
Women cover their faces to protect from heat in Rajasthan, India, on April 19, 2024. © Reuters
MUMBAI — Women living in India’s most heat-vulnerable districts are reporting increased violence during peak summer months, underscoring how extreme heat could be linked to escalating risks for women and a source of household tensions.
