New Delhi, Jun 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday extended his best wishes to everyone on World Environment Day, applauding all those passionate about environmental conservation.
The Prime Minister remarked that this day serves to reaffirm the commitment to protecting the environment and furthering sustainable growth, highlighting the numerous government initiatives over the last decade that have expanded green cover and increased the population of several animal species.
The Prime Minister observed that India takes immense pride in its biological diversity, which supports countless species and livelihoods through diverse ecosystems.
The Prime Minister added that initiatives like ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ have made significant contributions towards adding nearly 1.1 lakh hectares of forest every year.
Modi affirmed that guided by the principle of ‘One Earth, One Family and One Future’, India will continue working towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable planet through the spirit of Mission LiFE.
The Prime Minister emphasized that this deep cultural ethos is beautifully reflected in traditional Indian wisdom, sharing a sacred Sanskrit Subhashitam to reinforce the message of environmental stewardship.
In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister shared: “Best wishes to everyone on World Environment Day. I would like to applaud all those passionate about environmental conservation. This is a day to reaffirm our commitment to protecting our environment and furthering growth that is sustainable. Numerous efforts by our Government over the last decade highlight our work in this direction. Some of India’s key successes include expanding green cover and a rise in the population of several animals. The people of India have shown how collective efforts, policies, belief in science and innovation can improve our environment.”
