The projections highlight how climate change could reshape weather patterns across parts of Asia, with some cities expected to face simultaneous temperature increases and declining annual rainfall.

A visual analysis published by World Visualized, based on the climate research, identified Yangon, Manila and Jakarta among the cities projected to face some of the sharpest combinations of rising heat and falling precipitation by mid-century.

Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, could experience average temperatures rising by about 5.9 degrees Celsius alongside a projected annual rainfall decline of roughly 162 millimetres.

Manila is projected to warm by approximately 3.9 degrees Celsius while losing around 155 millimetres of annual precipitation, while Jakarta could see temperatures increase by 3.1 degrees Celsius with rainfall decreasing by nearly 196 millimetres.

Climate scientists warn that hotter and drier conditions could intensify drought risks, strain water supplies and increase the frequency of heat-related illnesses in densely populated urban areas.

Other cities highlighted in the projections, including Hiroshima, Taipei and Macau, are expected to become significantly drier even with more moderate temperature increases.

Meanwhile, Tehran, Tashkent and Jaipur are projected to experience some of the sharpest temperature increases in the study despite relatively smaller declines in rainfall. Tehran could warm by more than 6 degrees Celsius under high-emissions scenarios by 2050.

The findings align with broader warnings from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which has repeatedly identified Asia as one of the regions most vulnerable to climate-related disasters, including extreme heat, flooding, droughts and food insecurity.

According to the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), Asia has warmed faster than the global average in recent decades, with climate impacts increasingly affecting economic productivity, infrastructure and public health.

Cities such as Jakarta and Manila already face major environmental pressures linked to flooding, sea-level rise and rapid urbanisation. Experts warn that reduced rainfall combined with rising temperatures could place additional stress on energy systems and drinking water supplies.

Urban planners and climate researchers say governments across Asia may need to accelerate investment in heat-resilient infrastructure, sustainable water management and climate adaptation policies to reduce long-term risks.

The projections also reinforce concerns that developing countries in Asia could face disproportionate economic and social consequences from climate change despite contributing less historically to global greenhouse gas emissions.

Vannivelampatti, located about 40 kilometres southwest of Madurai, is home to more than 3,000 residents, many of whom are agricultural workers. For decades, families in the village have named their children after communist leaders and revolutionary figures, reflecting the area’s long-standing connection to Left-wing politics.

A Tradition Rooted in Labour Movements

The practice dates back to the 1960s when local labourers became increasingly involved in movements focused on land rights, workers’ welfare and social equality.

Residents say political awareness in the village grew further after the 1968 Keezhvenmani massacre, where 44 Dalit agricultural labourers were killed during a wage dispute in Tamil Nadu. The incident became a major moment in the state’s labour rights movement and strengthened support for communist organisations in several rural communities.

Footage recorded on Sunday showed houses painted in red, displaying the hammer and sickle symbol, while portraits of communist leaders were visible inside living rooms across the village.

Communist Ideals Passed to Younger Generations

Many residents say political values are introduced to children from an early age through rallies, protests and discussions within families.

“We never leave our children behind from communist programs; whether it's protests or rallies, we take them along. I have always taken my son with me,” said local resident Maheshwari.

Villagers say naming children after revolutionary leaders helps create what they describe as an “emotional connection” to communist ideology.

“When people heard my son's name, Ranadive (name of a Communist leader), they would often ask, 'Ranadive? What kind of name is that?' I would explain that we are communists, and we choose names for our children and grandchildren accordingly,” Maheshwari added.

From Traditional Names to Political Symbols

Another resident, Muthulakshmi, said she named her daughter Venezuela after attending demonstrations supporting the socialist-led country.

“They are the first ones to support if there is any social injustice or discrimination,” she said while referring to communist activists.

She also said future generations are expected to continue the naming tradition.

“In the past, our ancestors named us after deities, particularly the village deities. However, the current generation is now choosing names like Aleida, Karl Marx, Ranadive, Lenina, Marksiya, Venezuela, and Venmani for their children,” Muthulakshmi added.

Political Identity Remains Strong

Although Left-wing parties no longer hold the same electoral influence in Tamil Nadu as they once did, communist ideology continues to shape daily life in Vannivelampatti.

Residents regularly discuss politics within the community and maintain strong ties to the principles that influenced earlier generations of labour activists in the village.