Kullu residents urged to save environment

Mandi, November 9

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A conference (sammelan) was held at Banjar in Kullu district yesterday to discuss climate change and to make the people aware about its adverse impacts. Environment lovers urged the people to protect the forest greenery and water bodies in their areas to save environment.

The event was organised jointly by the Sahara Association, Himalaya Niti Abhiyan and MGNREGA Workers Association.

The key spokespersons of the event were Dr Varyam Negi, a retired professor from Jawaharlal Nehru University, Guman Singh, national coordinator of Himalaya Niti Abhiyan and Rajender Chauhan, Director of Sahara Association.

“Global warming is a major issue around the world, which worries the environmentalists. It will have a drastic impact on Himalayan region resulting in the melting of glaciers speedily, floods and drought-like situations if timely action is not taken to check global warming. We are responsible for climate change,” Dr Negi said.

Guman Singh said “There is a need to make a commitment to protecting the forest and water bodies in our respective areas. The top world leaders are discussing how to check global warming.”

Rajender Chauhan, Director of Sahara Association said “During the conference people have been encouraged to ensure their contribution in protecting environment. There is a need to increase forestation and protect water bodies from increasing pollution levels.” — TNS