International Biodiversity Day
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, May 22 2019:
As many all over the world observed International Day of
Biological Diversity, Manipur Pradesh BJP vice president M
Asnikumar Singh urged all to be conscious of the changing
climate and degrading biodiversity that have serious impact on
human and the many species on earth.
The BJP State vice president in a statement today said: "In
December 2000, the United Nation adopted 22nd of May as
International Day for Biological Diversity.
This day is often
overlooked and it is understandable as people are busy trying
to outdo each other in this age of rapid development and
growth...
But growth at what cost? The current trend and
trajectory of developmental practices will have serious consequences
on bio-diversity at global scale."
"Our State is blessed with numerous bio resources," he
said and emphasised the need for sustainable use of the resources
to ensure better reliance and reduce economic
dependence on others.
Environmentally ethical and sustainable techniques of utilising
these bio resources should always be "our top priority"
he said.
The day was observed across the State.
Discover manipur,
ABC and Naharup P/S observed the day at Naharup primary
School.
Dr L Bijen Meitei, Coordinator, development Officer,
Directorate of Environment, W Sunita Devi, Headmistress
Naharup Primary School and Th (O) Landhoni Devi Member
Naharup Gram Panchayat attended the event.