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It's been six years that the Heat Action Plan (HAP) was implemented with support from IMD and IIPHG (Indian Institute of Public Health, Gandhinagar). Being part of AMC's HAP, we have created a concept among people regarding the side effects of the heat," said Dr Tiwari. After implementation of HAP, heat strokes and heat-related deaths reduce significantly, he said. Summer days are upon us, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has already predicted a sweltering next few weeks to come. "It's a matter of fact that now, there are more than 30 cities from 13 states which have been inspired by AMC's plan..