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Climate Change Impact on Women and Children

April 23 , 2025 17 hrs 0 min 26 0

The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) recently released the report titled “How Does Climate Change Impact Women and Children Across Agroecological Zones”.
India has 20 agro-ecological zones with different climates and landscapes.
Jharkhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh each have five agro-ecosystems.
North Eastern Hills (17) covers nine states.
Western Coastal Plains (19) spans eight states.
Children under 5 years face the highest risk due to their small size, the weaker immunity, and dependence on caregivers.