Media Outreach (Heat Health Activities)

1. Mavalankar D. (27th April 2023). Maharashtra heatstroke deaths: Protecting the vulnerable this summer. The Indian Express. 
2. Mavalankar D. (23rd February 2023). Heat Wave kills people on a large scale, rediff News 
3. For the last 3 years IIPHG has supported Uttar Pradesh’s Battle Against Extreme Heat. In 2024, Uttar Pradesh shattered a 150-year heat record with temperatures hitting 49°C in Jhansi and more than 45 °C in many cities – a crisis demanding urgent action. As Project lead of the Uttar Pradesh State Heat Action Plan-2025,  https://www.instagram.com/p/DItJJFPs6a7/?igsh=ZDU2NDFwNGxhdDdu, 
4. On 9th April 2025, IIPHG & NRDC proudly signed an MoU with Ayodhya Municipal Corporation to collaborate on strengthening Heat Health preparedness and building resilient cities. Together, we aim to co-develop strategies that safeguard public health against rising temperatures. https://www.instagram.com/p/DIQNArFtH0p/?img_index=2&igsh=bmNzanducDdzdG5w, 
5. Ayodhya’s Heat Action Plan : Localized Strategies for a Cooler Future  On March 24, 2025, the Heat Action Plan (HAP) training session was inaugurated at the Ayodhya Municipal Corporation. The Municipal Commissioner underscored the importance of tailoring the HAP to Ayodhya’s unique climate challenges and urged IIPHG and NRDC to develop localized, actionable solutions. 
6. Cool Roofs Protecting Local Communities from Extreme Heat 
7. AHMEDABAD, March 10 (Reuters) – Hundreds of roofs in the informal settlements of India’s western Gujarat state have been painted in a reflective, white coating over the last two months to try to keep their occupant’s cooler as the hottest time of year approaches. 
8. Global Heat Study Includes Ahmedabad’s ‘Cool Roof’ Trial | WION Climate Tracker | World News: Hundreds of roofs in the informal settlements of India’s western Gujarat state have been painted in a reflective, white coating over the last two months to try to keep their occupants cooler as the hottest time of year approaches.
9. In a crowded slum in India’s western Gujarat state, workers have been painting hundreds of tin roofs with white paint hoping it will keep buildings cooler when the hottest months of the year arrive. The work involving 400 households in Ahmedabad, is part of a global scientific trial to study how indoor heat and the introduction of “cool roofs” might impact the health and economic outcomes of people in developing countries.    
10. Heat action plan launch and capacity building workshop Reflects developing heat action plans and enhancing 2025 summer preparedness.District Banaskantha, Gujarat. 
11. In Ahmedabad, India, where extreme heat poses significant health risks, residents of the low-income neighborhood Vanzara Vas are participating in a year-long study using smartwatches to monitor vital signs and sleep patterns. This initiative aims to understand how heat affects vulnerable communities and explore solutions like reflective “cool roofs” to mitigate indoor temperatures. The study is part of a global project examining heat impacts in impoverished areas worldwide. 
12. Environment Public Health Research, capacity building, and implementation of key initiatives across the nation by providing necessary support to city and state governments. The institute’s Heat Action Plan has played a crucial role in reducing mortality and morbidity due to extreme heat. 
13. “IIPHG takes a stand on keeping cool amidst rising temperatures! With heatwaves becoming more frequent, our Director, Dr. Dileep Mavalankar highlights the need for India to develop a comprehensive heat action plan. As a nation that experiences extreme heat, it’s crucial that we prioritize strategies to protect vulnerable populations and prevent heat-related illnesses. Let’s work together to create a sustainable and healthy future for all. 
14. Reflective Paint and Bust Stop Sprinklers offer relief from killer heat