Voluntary action

Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh, highlighted that the updated plan provides a comprehensive overview of India’s biodiversity, current trends, policy frameworks, and financial solutions for conservation efforts.

By promoting recycling and resource efficiency, the revised rules aim to conserve natural resources, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to a circular economy.

A study by researchers at the National Institute of Technology, Srinagar, published earlier this year, was the first to measure the levels of microfibres in wastewater from dhobi ghats and similar commercial laundries.

At the onset of the earthquake, the IFRC shelter, and disaster response teams were deployed to the impacted areas and emergency items and cash were delivered to the affected families.

Polio predominantly affects children under five and causes lifelong paralysis. Despite global eradication efforts, challenges such as vaccine hesitancy, misinformation, and security threats have hindered progress in the region.

The adviser directed the authorities concerned to develop a comprehensive action plan to free rivers surrounding Dhaka including Buriganga, Turag, and Shitalakkhya the from encroachment and pollution.

Many vulnerable communities have also been left with limited access to essential services such as clean water, healthcare and sanitation.

Incidents of illegal deforestation, logging, and wildlife crimes are prosecuted under relevant laws, with offenders brought to justice by competent courts. The Wildlife Crime Control Bureau plays a critical role in curbing wildlife offenses.