Among the most common effects of the unbearable heat during Nautapa are dehydration and heat exhaustion. In a more serious scenario, people, especially school-going children, might suffer heatstroke and seizures.
From shifting the timings of outdoor activities, installing green nets, to increasing focus on hydration, schools are adopting diverse methods in view of rising temperatures.
In order to help meet the high electricity demand in the country during the summer season, the Government of India has decided to operationalize the gas-based power plants