India's Elections Overlook Climate Crisis Despite Severe Impact on Millions

Voters face extreme weather challenges, but political campaigns focus on religion and caste issues.

Nearly 970 million Indians are voting amid severe heat and unpredictable weather caused by climate change.
Farmers in drought-prone regions struggle without adequate water resources as political leaders ignore environmental issues.
Coastal communities face stronger cyclones, with insufficient government support leading to increased frustration.
Flooding in Assam disrupts livelihoods, yet political promises for relief remain unfulfilled.
Himalayan regions experience melting glaciers and heavy rains, but election campaigns neglect long-term climate strategies.