India Champions Sustainable Lifestyles for Wetland Conservation
India's resolution on promoting sustainable lifestyles for wetland conservation has been universally supported at the Ramsar Convention in Zimbabwe. Recognizing the role of individual and societal choices in wetlands conservation, the resolution encourages educational and collaborative efforts to promote sustainable practices globally.
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India's initiative to advocate for sustainable lifestyles in wetlands conservation has garnered wide support and was officially adopted at the 15th Conference of the Contracting Parties to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands in Zimbabwe.
The Union Environment Minister, Bhupender Yadav, announced the resolution's backing by 172 contracting parties and several international organizations. The resolution highlights the significance of individual action and societal choices in protecting the planet's wetlands, emphasizing a shift towards pro-environmental living.
The resolution also focuses on encouraging public-private collaborations and educational initiatives to foster sustainable practices across various levels of policy and community engagement, reflecting India's commitment to sustainable development principles.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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