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VP urges joint global action on climate change, environmental destruction

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar praised makers of Indian Constitution for including protection of forests in directive principles of state policy

Kolkata: Governor of West Bengal Jagdeep Dhankhar interacts with media during celebrations of the 250th birth anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy, in Kolkata, Sunday, May 22, 2022. (PTI Photo)

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2 min read Last Updated : Dec 25 2022 | 4:03 PM IST

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar called for collective action by all nations to tackle the challenges of climate change and environmental degradation.

While interacting with the probationers of the 2021 batch of the Indian Forest Service at the Parliament House Complex on Saturday, the Vice President expressed concern about reckless exploitation of natural resources and said, “Human species cannot take the planet as its exclusive privilege."

Underlining the critical role of forest service officers, Dhankhar said, “You will be dealing with our tribal communities and get first hand experience of their pristine culture. You’ll have a godly opportunity to serve their

Topics : Climate Change Jagdeep Dhankar Vice President Indian constitution Environment

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