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Delhi's Heatwave Exposes Gaps in Worker Protections

6/24/2025

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In June 2025, Delhi sweltered under a scorching sun, with temperatures soaring past 45°C and a staggering real-feel of 54°C. Despite existing heat action plans, many informal workers braved the heat outdoors, exposing critical gaps in implementation. A 2023 study found that 95% of these plans lack essential mapping of vulnerable areas, prompting experts to advocate for GIS technology to safeguard at-risk communities.

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In June 2025, Delhi sweltered under a scorching sun, with temperatures soaring past 45°C and a staggering real-feel of 54°C. Despite existing heat action plans, many informal workers braved the heat outdoors, exposing critical gaps in implementation. A 2023 study found that 95% of these plans lack essential mapping of vulnerable areas, prompting experts to advocate for GIS technology to safeguard at-risk communities.