In the wake of torrential rains affecting various parts of northern India, especially Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, causing extensive damage and loss of life, the question arises: are natural disasters influenced by human actions? While the increased occurrence of heavy rains is linked to a warming Arctic, the severity of the impact is exacerbated by years of inadequate planning and hasty construction. Join Vimal Mishra and Lubaina Rangwalla as they delve into the conversation surrounding the extent to which human activities contribute to natural disasters.
