Heatwaves and ozone together increase India’s cardiac deaths: study
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Summary
A peer-reviewed study reports that surface ozone reaches 85-110 μg/m³ in northern India during heatwaves and exceeds the WHO guideline of 70 μg/m³ in every region of the country. In 2024, roughly 830 more deaths were reported during the heatwave than the preceding days.
Key Facts
Type Research
Source The Hindu - National
Published Monday, 15 June 2026
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 5 million healthcare workers
Key Numbers
Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
Target: 2.5% of GDP public health spending
1.5 lakh Health & Wellness Centres planned
Net-zero target: 2070
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right