Losing India's islands

The video highlights the severe impact of climate change on the Sundarbans region, where rising water levels have submerged homes and farmland, displacing thousands of villagers like Hamed and Seppala. The region, known for its unique biodiversity and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces the threat of disappearing within 45 years. Scientists urge immediate action as the human cost of global warming becomes evident, with predictions of 100,000 people needing evacuation in the next decade. The video underscores the urgent need for global leaders to address these environmental challenges.

Why is the Sundarbans region significant in terms of biodiversity?

What is the estimated number of people that may need to be evacuated in the next decade?