While virtually unveiling the centre from the Sahyadri Guest House, he said the initial focus will be on reviewing existing heat action and urban climate action plans and providing technical support for their implementation in select cities and districts

Devendra Fadnavis held a high-level meeting to prepare for the potential impact of El Nino, with forecasts of below-normal rainfall and heatwaves. The government plans water conservation, better resource management, and farm support to reduce risks