Bhubaneswar MP Aprajita Sarangi, while addressing the valedictory session of the two-day International Conference Series on the theme ‘Vayu: The Vital Life Force’ here said concerted efforts across globe can protect the environment.
She noted that India has assumed presidency of the G20 from December 1 and climate change is a major issue that would crop up in G20 discussions, and that the entire world is now looking up to India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for leading the world in the battle against climate change.
She underlined the importance of maintaining a balance in the world and said that the logo of G20 2023 reflects India’s pro-planet approach to life, and that the theme of India’s G20 Presidency, i.e. “VasudhaivaKutumbakam” or “One Earth, One Family, One Future”, affirms the need to work together to protect the planet.
Sarangi congratulated the MoEF and CC, CPCB, SoA and all organizers for successfully organising the event, which was part of the AzaadikaAmritMahotsav.
An exhibition was also organized on various aspects of air quality and environment. The conference was attended by more than 500 participants.