Lives lost to natural disasters rise 18% to 3,080 in 2024-25

India faced a grim situation as natural disasters claimed 3,080 lives in 2024-25. Himachal Pradesh suffered the most casualties. Many homes were damaged, especially in Assam. Crop losses also increased. Cattle deaths decreased. Government environmental spending rose, but corporate CSR spending declined. The EnviStats India 2025 report revealed these concerning trends.