Ramesh says he does not see a bright future for environmental

Image
Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Jun 05 2014 | 11:25 PM IST
Former Union Minister Jairam Ramesh today expressed apprehension that in pursuit for economic growth the Narendra Modi government may put environment in the backseat.
"This government is far more cohesive and far more coherent....Far more centralised. This government believes in truimphalism of growth. This government believes the triumphalism of technology....I frankly do not see a bright future for environmental issues in this government," the former Environment Minister said.
Participating at a panel discussion after releasing a book on environment, Ramesh said, "I think it is going to be a losing battle" for green warriers.
Environment is something that BJP should take very seriously and it will be judiciary, media and the civil society which are going to play the important role for its protection, he said.
*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Jun 05 2014 | 11:25 PM IST

Next Story