Unified Call to Action: Tackling India's Air Pollution Crisis
Shashi Tharoor, Congress MP, has urged for united efforts from India's government, experts, industry, civil society, and citizens to combat air pollution. During a roundtable at India Habitat Centre, discussions highlighted the need for scalable solutions like clean transport and fuels to improve air quality nationwide.
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In a significant move towards addressing India's severe air pollution issues, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has urged both central and state governments to collaborate with experts, industry leaders, and the civil sector. The goal is to develop effective, scalable solutions to tackle the pervasive health and environmental crisis.
Addressing a roundtable discussion titled 'Clean Air and Public Health: Advancing Collective Action', Tharoor emphasized the urgency of the situation. He noted that air pollution transcends boundaries and affects millions, necessitating a unified national strategy to improve air quality through clean transport and fuels.
The forum saw participation from key players across politics, science, and civil society. Contributions emphasized viewing clean air as an economic asset and public health prioritization, with coordinated actions recommended, such as establishing a state council of environment ministers to enhance interstate cooperation.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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