The Effects of Global Warming on India

In India glaciers are melting, particularly in the Himalayas. The volumetric flow rate of many rivers in the Indian subcontinent is affected considerably. Millions of lives may be impacted, if stringent measures are not resorted to. The climate of India is changing and has become unpredictable and volatile. ( Despite the torrential rains, the water level in the hydro reservoirs of Kerala is just 30%). This trend is expected to continue.

Global Warming will affect the low lying islands and coastal lands and there may be submergence of these islands. There is threat to Laccadives islands and the low lying areas of Bangladesh.

High CO2 emissions had contributed to the Greenhouse Effect and this has made the climate warmer than before. The formation of the mighty Himalayas has resulted in the frigid Central Asian air being blocked, making India warmer.

Adding fuel to the fire, some Indians are cutting down trees, destroying the water reservoirs, destroying eco systems, flora and fauna. Massive urbanisation is resorted to, which has calamitous effects. Now heat in urban areas is more than before. Stay for some time in Madras and you will come to know what we are talking about !