Apr 11, 2025 06:04 AM IST
Sixteen individuals from numerous backgrounds, together with members of Delhi Timber SOS and Warrior Mothers, attended the occasion.
An environmental prayer assembly was held at Aravalli Biodiversity Park on Thursday night by the Aravalli Bachao Residents Motion, emphasising the pressing want for public consciousness amid rampant deforestation and environmental degradation brought on by unregulated improvement.
Members on the meet on Thursday. (HT Picture)
Sixteen individuals from numerous backgrounds, together with members of Delhi Timber SOS and Warrior Mothers, attended the occasion. They crafted placards calling consideration to ecological crises. “These posters aren’t just calls to action; they’re vital reminders for individuals about our shared responsibility towards safeguarding nature,” mentioned Raghav Sharma, one of many occasion’s organisers.
Smita Purshottam of Warrior Mothers famous the religious intent: “We assembled here to seek divine intervention and collective wisdom to tackle the numerous challenges confronting our forests and ecosystems.”
First-time participant Akash Bhattacharya described the gathering as “a unique space for prayer, thoughtful reflection, and community interaction, cultivating optimism and proactive engagement towards a sustainable future.”
Environmentalist Sandy Khanda warned, “Every day, we are responsible for annihilating numerous species,” whereas Sunil Harsana added, “Humans have become increasingly disconnected from nature and our host planet.”
Col SS Oberoi, managing trustee of Aravalli Bachao, reaffirmed solidarity with ecological campaigns nationwide and flagged threats to delicate areas just like the Aravallis, Doon Valley, Goa, Nice Nicobar, and extra. “These ecosystems remain vulnerable to exploitation by irresponsible forces,” he mentioned.
Activists Jyoti Raghavan and Gauri Arora harassed that habitat fragmentation disrupts animal mobility and ecological stability. The meet concluded with a pledge led by Aravalli Bachao founders Anuradha P. Dhawan and Chandramouli Basu to decide to environmental stewardship and advocacy.
