PM Modi stresses whole-of-nation approach to tackle heatwave: Vaishnaw
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a coordinated national response to address the ongoing heatwave affecting India. He emphasized the importance of all ministries taking action to protect citizens, particularly in health and water resources. Modi also urged citizens to stay hydrated and take precautions against extreme heat, especially vulnerable groups like children and the elderly.
- ▪Prime Minister Modi urged Union Cabinet Ministers to mitigate the impact of the heatwave.
- ▪He emphasized a 'whole-of-nation' approach involving the Centre, states, and citizens.
- ▪Modi warned that heat exhaustion can lead to serious health risks, including heatstroke.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (May 27, 2026) urged all Union Cabinet Ministers to ensure that their respective Ministries and departments take necessary steps to mitigate the impact of the prevailing heatwave conditions across the country. Sizzling summer days and hot nightsAddressing a media briefing after the cabinet meeting, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the Prime Minister stressed the need for a "whole-of-nation" approach to deal with the extreme heat situation.Mr. Vaishnaw said the Prime Minister directed all ministries to take appropriate action to protect people from the heatwave, particularly departments such as health and water resources.Also Read | Extreme heatwave hits A.P.
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