Livelihoods Update 27th April 2026

A 1.2°C increase in the Indian ocean’s surface temperatures, would lead to a 30% decline in coral cover and 20% drop in fish populations, resulting in 40% of coastal communities losing significant amounts of income: Indian Ocean Commission Study.

 

More than 266 million people faced acute food insecurity in 2025 in the world, conflict being the primary reason for the rising food insecurity: Global Network Against Food Crises Study.

 

Only 10% of Indians feel informed enough to act on climate change. 75% of citizens support increased Government spending on renewable energy: Yale Program on Climate Change Communication Study.

 

The snow cover in the Hindukush Himalayan region has fallen by a record 27%, with some regions facing 40% reduction in snow cover, which impacts 12 major rivers: International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development Study.

 

Extreme weather has affected 94% of polls globally in the past 2 years. In India, 40% of poll voting booths faced heatwave related disruptions which reduced turnout by 12%: International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance Study.

 

India’s Free Trade Agreement with New Zealand, is India’s first women-led FTA, with intent to create 100 billion$ of foreign direct Investment in the next 15 years, and 1 million direct jobs.

 

Livelihoods Update 27th April 2026