Jammu- The Union Territory Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said on Friday that youth will play a crucial role in combating climate change and building a sustainable future, besides leading the communities to reduce the plastic pollution and to strengthen economic, commercial and social activities in our cities.
“Nature unites us and Jan-Bhagidari is the key to build a harmonious and prosperous society while effectively managing the challenges of climate change. People should actively contribute in such endeavours to build clean, smart and green city and a better future for coming generations,” Sinha said.
He made these remarks after jointly launching the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developed bioplastic carry bag with Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Housing and Urban Affairs, here on Friday.
The LG called upon the people from every section of the society, all the stakeholders to discharge their duties towards nature and rededicate themselves to realize the goals of sustainable growth.
“Youth will play a crucial role in combating climate change and building a sustainable future. Youth will also lead the communities to reduce the plastic pollution and to strengthen economic, commercial and social activities in our cities,” he said.
“Today the earth and the ocean both are facing threat from single use plastic. Efforts of the people and the implementation of the 7R campaign will have to be intensified. We need both technology innovations and calibrated action to reduce plastic pollution, enable sustainable alternatives to ensure success of our sustainable development programmes,” he added.
Sinha also appreciated the Jammu Municipal Corporation, individuals, school children and various organizations for their efforts, like Polythene-free Jammu campaign, walkathons, documentaries, to spread awareness against plastic pollution.
Praising guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sinha said, constant efforts are being made for rejuvenation of cities. Along with the creation of facilities, he said, strict measures have been taken to conserve and protect the environment while citizens are also being made aware of their responsibilities, the Lt Governor said.
“Sale of polythene and single use plastic has been completely banned in J&K. But plastic pollution cannot be overcome only by government orders. Our resolve to make Jammu Polythene-free requires the active participation of every citizen of Jammu city,” he said.
The LG also lauded the DRDO for developing the bioplastic carry bag as an alternative to the polythene bags. The innovation, he said, was a significant step towards transforming urban landscape, faster sustainable development and ease of living of citizens.
“This edible and water soluble bag is the best alternative to curb growing menace of plastic pollution. Strategy to Re-orient besides 6R-Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Remove, Refuse and Report will provide sustainable option to people and promote alternatives for packaging and designing,” Sinha added.
Earlier, Union Minister Suri said that today, Swachhta has become the priority of the government. He said it has become the very principle for effective implementation of all other government schemes, he added
“Prime Minister Narendra Modi has converted the challenges of urbanization into opportunities. The Swachhtha Andolan, under the guidance of the Prime Minister, is leading the country, especially the urban centers on the path of sustainable growth and development,” the Minister added.
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