Joint efforts need of the hour to check rising air pollution: DC

Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sawhney has stressed the importance of collaboration among government agencies, healthcare professionals, environmental experts, media and the public to combat the growing crisis of air pollution and climate change.

Speaking at the launch of the Amritsar Forum for Clean Air, Sawhney assured full support of the district administration for this initiative. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between the CARE Foundation and the district administration, marking a significant step towards joint efforts to address air pollution.

The forum serves as a multi-stakeholder platform to raise awareness, develop strategies for clean air, and promote a healthy future. The forum encourages doctors, policymakers, educationists, youngsters and media to work together to reduce the adverse effects of air pollution on health.

Dr PS Bakshi emphasised the crucial role of healthcare professionals in addressing air pollution while Dr Adarsh Paul Vig discussed its environmental impact in the state.

Experts from academia, the government and the medical community participated in a panel discussion to explore solutions for clean air and public health. Dedicated medical professionals received membership certificates for their commitment to advocating for clean air and public health.

Dignitaries present at the event included Surinder Singh, Additional Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, and pulmonologist Dr Ravneet Singh Grover.