World Health Organization Flags El Nino Health Risks for India Amid Rising Temperatures

WHO says El Nino has placed India on a high health‑risk radar, citing potential impacts on public health across the country. The warning appears on WHO’s India news‑room and disease‑outbreak pages and to guide national response planning.

India’s health agencies are urged to monitor heat‑related illnesses, water‑borne infections, and respiratory problems that can rise during prolonged dry and hot conditions linked to El Nino, according to the WHO alert.

El Nino is expected to intensify temperatures and reduce rainfall in several Indian regions, prompting WHO to recommend preparedness measures such as early warning systems, community education, and resource allocation for especially vulnerable populations.

Public health officials can access detailed guidance and updates through WHO’s India website, which hosts disease‑outbreak news, health‑topic resources, and event listings to support coordinated response efforts.