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Home FeaturedMohenjo Daro in danger: Climate change threatens ancient civilization
Rising temperatures, heat waves, and recurring floods are steadily eroding its fragile unbaked brick structures
Aug 28, 2025
Aug 28, 2025
Shumaila Khan
Chief Correspondent
Shumaila Khan, a multimedia journalist and Chevening SAJP fellow with 17+ years of experience, is known for her acclaimed work with BBC Urdu, BBC Indian Languages, DW English, Dainik Bhaskar, UNICEF, and Internews.
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Mohenjo-Daro, one of the world’s oldest cities and a UNESCO World Heritage site, is facing grave risks from climate change.
Rising temperatures, heat waves, and recurring floods are steadily eroding its fragile unbaked brick structures.
While some conservation work was carried out after the devastating 2022 floods, experts warn that far greater and sustained efforts are urgently needed to protect this priceless heritage before it disappears forever.
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