Appraisal of climate change and cyclone trends in Indian coastal states: a systematic approach towards climate action

Abstract Indian coastal regions have often been affected by frequent climate-induced natural disasters such as cyclones, floods, droughts and other related hazards in recent decades. Existing literature was not sufficient to fully understand these event trends from diverse perspectives a systematised manner at current scenarios. Therefore, systematic approach has employed assess the climate change cyclone of nine states using various geographical information system (GIS) tools for 2006–2020. The results showed that 61 cyclones occurred 2006 2020; highest numbers were recorded Odisha (20), West Bengal (14) Andhra Pradesh (11). Accordingly, three emerged most vulnerable high-intensity cyclones. also identified average temperature (29.3 °C) Tamil Nadu Gujarat, lowest (26.7 Odisha. Most fluctuations temperatures during study period. At same time, Kerala Karnataka rainfall (2341 mm 2261 mm) relative humidity (78.11% 76.57%). Conversely, Gujarat 59.65% 70.78%. Based on results, generated GIS vulnerability maps activity, allowing one rank each state’s vulnerability. Cumulatively, assist understanding driving mechanisms change, will contribute towards more effective efficient sustainable disaster management future.