Being a himalayan state, U'khand's responsibility towards environment more than other states: CM

Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat Wednesday said since Uttarakhand is a himalayan state, its responsibility towards environment conservation was bigger than others, and asked the newly elected representatives of urban civic bodies to accord top priority to cleanliness.

Addressing an orientation workshop for urban civic body representatives here, he said, "Being a Himalayan state, the responsibility of Uttarakhand is more towards the environment."
"Cleanliness should be our priority. Most of our civic bodies are located on the banks of rivers. Therefore, their responsibility towards cleanliness and protection of the rivers increases."