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India's Climate Shield: Wisdom Meets Science
24 Nov, 2025
Summary
- India ranks ninth globally for climate risk vulnerability.
- Global adaptation finance remains critically low at under 5%.
- Daily actions combined with policy drive India's adaptation.
India's vulnerability to climate change is stark, underscored by its ninth position on the global climate risk index. Adaptation is no longer optional but an urgent necessity, especially as global climate finance for adaptation remains critically low, hovering below five percent.
The recent COP28 and COP30 discussions, including the UAE Framework for Global Climate Resilience, aim to establish measurable progress. However, the focus often overshadows the need for greater adaptation resources. The Belém Package's 60 voluntary indicators are a step, but integrating them with funding remains a challenge.
India is developing its National Adaptation Plan, recognizing that effective adaptation requires investing in local capacity, robust institutions, and social protection. By merging scientific knowledge with cultural wisdom and everyday actions, India aims to foster lasting resilience, treating adaptation finance as a crucial investment.
