Published in NDTV news, 08Jul2026 Rapid urbanization drives 60% of warming in Indian cities through the "Urban Heat Island" effect, trapping daytime heat in concrete, asphalt, and glass. Mitigating this escalating hazard requires a critical shift toward climate-responsive design—utilizing passive cooling, reflective materials, and micro-forests to naturally lower temperatures and build climate-resilient cities. For original article, please click here.