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Changing climate pattern and India – The rain pattern has changed rapidly in India in recent years. Sometimes severe drought, sometimes sudden heavy rains have become common, due to which sudden floods, urban waterlogging and life and property are suffering. An editorial of Deccan Herald has emphasized the immediate need for effective and ‘coordinated’ response, highlighting this serious problem.
According to the editorial, the biggest challenge in dealing with rain-related disasters often lacks coordination between government departments (state and central) and urban bodies. Relief functions are often reactive, while the need is of an active approach. Unplanned urbanization, encroachment on water bodies (such as lakes and wetlands), and poor drainage systems further increase the intensity of these disasters. As a result, crops are wasted, infrastructure is damaged and people’s lives are disturbed.
It is necessary to have an integrated and visionary approach:
Editorial is of the opinion that ‘coordinated response’ should be emphasized to face this challenge. This includes the following major points:
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Data-Training Plan: Identifying potential flood areas using GIS mapping and future models.
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Protection of natural waterways: Protection and revival of lakes, ponds and wetlands, which serve as natural sponges and drainage systems.
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Reinnces on encroachment: To take strict and permanent steps on illegal encroachments in water bodies and flood-affected areas.
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Improvement in urban planning: Making the drainage system of cities modern and efficient, so that heavy rain water can easily drain.
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Quick warning system: Strengthen reliable and efficient initial warning systems to consume communities in time.
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Community Partnership: To involve local communities in disaster management and preparation efforts.
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Climate Change Adaptation: Develop changing weather patterns and developing policies and infrastructure.
Overall, in view of the changing climate pattern, India needs to seriously reconsider its strategy to deal with rain hazards. It should be not only reactive, but a long -term and active approach that is capable of withstanding future challenges.
