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Millions in Kolkata, Mumbai at risk of losing homes to rising seas | Tap to know more | Inshorts
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points Millions of people are at risk of losing their homes due to this issue. Rising sea levels pose a threat to homes in certain areas.
Rising sea levels pose a threat to homes in certain areas. Millions of people are at risk of losing their homes due to this issue. The cities of Kolkata and Mumbai are affected by this problem.
Further information on this topic is available from the source. Details about the situation can be found by tapping to know more.
The source provides additional context and information on the risk faced by millions of people in these areas.
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Published: September 4, 2026 ·
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