India, May 2 -- More than 70% of workers worldwide are at risk of exposure to excessive heat, posing significant threats to their safety, health
The afternoon temperature in Haryana's Bhopani is hovering at 38 degree scelsius. As the month changes to May, the northern part of India is slowly embracing the gruesome summer. As the temperature is set to cross 40, life is getting difficult for him and other workers.
Much of 2023 saw a record-breaking trend of rising temperatures. The trend seems to be continuing in 2024. According to the World Meteorological Organization, January 2024 was the hottest January ever recorded.
In a country like India, where 90 per cent of the labour force is engaged in the informal sector, performing outdoor job...