On the occasion of World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the Government of India’s commitment to environmental protection, sustainable development, and ecological conservation.
In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister extended greetings to citizens and praised individuals and organizations working towards environmental preservation.
Focus on Sustainable Development
PM Modi emphasized that World Environment Day serves as an opportunity to renew collective efforts toward protecting natural resources and promoting sustainable growth.
He highlighted several achievements of the government over the past decade, including:
- Expansion of India’s green cover
- Growth in wildlife populations
- Promotion of renewable energy
- Ecological restoration initiatives
- Community participation in environmental conservation
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
The Prime Minister underlined India’s rich biodiversity and highlighted conservation programmes aimed at protecting endangered and vulnerable species.
Key conservation efforts mentioned include:
- Great Indian Bustard recovery initiatives
- Snow Leopard conservation programmes
- Sloth Bear habitat protection efforts
- Cheetah restoration projects
According to the Prime Minister, these initiatives demonstrate how sustained conservation efforts can help restore ecosystems and protect wildlife.
‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Initiative
PM Modi also highlighted the success of the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign, which encourages citizens to plant trees in honor of their mothers.
The initiative has contributed significantly to afforestation efforts, with nearly 1.19 lakh hectares of forest cover reportedly being added annually.
Amit Shah Highlights Green Energy Push
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended greetings on World Environment Day and highlighted India’s achievements in clean energy and sustainability.
He noted major initiatives such as:
- Expansion of renewable energy capacity
- The National Green Hydrogen Mission
- Solar energy adoption across millions of households
- Growth in forest cover
According to Shah, India has emerged among the world’s leading nations in annual forest cover growth while simultaneously advancing clean energy goals.
Significance of World Environment Day
World Environment Day is observed every year on June 5 to promote environmental awareness and encourage action on pressing global challenges such as:
- Climate change
- Pollution
- Deforestation
- Biodiversity loss
- Sustainable resource management
The observance serves as a global platform for governments, organizations, communities, and individuals to strengthen efforts toward building a cleaner and greener future.
