Humanity may face extinction if environment is not protected: MLA Tongbram Robindro
Source: The Sangai Express

Moirang, June 01 2026: Thanga Assembly Constituency MLA T Robindro has warned that human beings could one day face extinction like many animal species, including dinosaurs, if urgent measures are not taken to protect and conserve the environment He made the remark during a programme organised ahead of World Environment Day, observed annually on June 5, for the distribution of free tree saplings of 13 different species to various clubs and organisations across Manipur.

The saplings were personally nurtured by environmental enthusiast Oinam Khangemba Meitei with the objective of contributing towards environmental conservation and mitigating the impacts of global warming.

Speaking at the event, MLA Robindro said that the changing climatic pattern across the world is largely the result of human activities that have harmed nature, particularly the indiscriminate cutting of trees.

He pointed out that many places once inhabited by people have become submerged due to rising water levels caused by melting glaciers, forcing communities to lose their homes and livelihoods.

"The diameter of the earth remains the same, but the space available for human habitation is gradually shrinking.

These are consequences of our own actions and the impact we have inflicted upon ourselves," he said.

The MLA stressed that if environmental degradation continues unchecked, humanity itself could face a gradual decline and eventual extinction.

He called upon the public to actively participate in planting and nurturing trees, adding that environmental protection should not be left solely to the government but must become a collective responsibility of society.

Held under the theme "Eikhoi U-Thasi, Environment Kansi" (Let Us Plant Trees, Save the Environment), the programme was attended by Tongbram Robindro, District Agriculture Officer Soibam Sushila Chanu, and proprietor of Khangemba and Son's Nursery House, Oinam Khangemba Meitei, as presidium members.

As part of the programme, around 1,600 saplings belonging to 13 different species were distributed to various clubs and organisations across the State for plantation and conservation efforts.

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