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New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) On the death anniversary of legendary tribal leader and freedom fighter Birsa Munda, BJP Delhi President Harsh Malhotra on Tuesday paid floral tributes to him along with tribal children and women at Sarai Kale Khan. He described Birsa Munda as a revered figure who dedicated his life to protecting the rights, culture and heritage of tribal communities.Speaking to reporters, Malhotra recalled Birsa Munda’s contribution to India’s freedom struggle and his efforts to safegua…

Daman, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said nearly one lakh saplings were being planted across Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, describing the initiative as a symbol of sustainable development. Speaking on ‘World Environment Day’, PM Modi said environmental responsibility must accompany infrastructure growth and economic development.“Development is important for us, but it is equally important that our model of deve…

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Friday planted a Palash sapling at his official residence on World Environment Day as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, calling tree plantation the “most effective way to protect Mother Earth”. “Tree plantation is the most effective way to protect Mother Earth; this public pledge, taken under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, will certainly succeed,” Scindia …

Srinagar, June 5 (IANS) J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on World Environment Day on Friday called for collective efforts to protect the environment. J&K L-G Manoj Sinha said that safeguarding the environment is vital for a healthier planet for future generations.In his message on X, he stated: “On World Environment Day, let’s rededicate ourselves to the conservation of Mother Earth and preservation of nature’s delicate balance. Our collective efforts to…

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Friday planted a sapling on the occasion of World Environment Day and extended his support to the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign. He was joined by Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra, BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, and NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Chahal. The leaders participated in the tree plantation drive and highlighted the importance of environmental conservation through afforestation.Speaking to reporters, Nitin Nabin said, “On the o…

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Rajya Sabha MP, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, on Friday urged citizens to plant at least one tree as part of the ‘Ek ped Maa ke naam’ campaign on the occasion of World Environment Day. Speaking to IANS, Shringla said the initiative reflects the vision and inspiration provided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He also mentioned that West Bengal former Legislative Assembly Speaker Biman Banerjee was in Delhi for consultations and had met both the Prime Minister and the Union Ho…

Mumbai, June 5 (IANS) Marking World Environment Day, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief, Raj Thackeray, on Friday delivered a blistering critique of the state and central governments, labelling the current trajectory of urban expansion and tree-plantation drives as superficial and a “race to claim political credit.”Recalling the vision document he launched over a decade ago, Thackeray remarked, “Back in 2014, when I presented the ‘Blueprint of Maharashtra’s Development’, I included a s…

Mumbai, June 5 (IANS) On the occasion of World Environment Day, television actor Arjun Bijlani has highlighted the urgent need to address growing environmental challenges. Speaking to IANS, he reflected on issues such as climate change, plastic pollution, deforestation, water scarcity, and waste management. Arjun emphasized that meaningful change begins with individual responsibility. “The biggest problem is that we often think environmental issues are someone else’s responsibility. In reality…

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his greetings to citizens on the occasion of World Environment Day and praised those who are dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment. Taking to the social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, “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 further…

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day reaffirmed India’s commitment to building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future, guided by the principle of “One Earth, One Family and One Future” and inspired by the spirit of Mission LiFE. Taking to the social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, “Guided by the principle of ‘One Earth, One Family and One Future’, we will continue working towards a cleaner, greener and more sustainable plane…