Bhupender Yadav

October 5, 2025 5:10 PM

Bhupender Yadav inaugurates Rajasthan’s first ‘Namo Biodiversity Park’ in Alwar

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav on Sunday inaugurated Rajasthan’s first ‘Namo Biodiversity Park’ at Pratap Bandh in Alwar, marking a significant step towards strengthening the state’s green infrastructure. The inauguration ceremony included a symbolic tree plantation event and was attended by Rajasthan Cabinet Minister Sanjay Sharma. Speaking at the event, Yadav said that the newly developed park, named ‘Namo Van’, is envisioned as a vital ...

September 12, 2025 2:54 PM

Great Nicobar Island project will transform region into major maritime hub: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared an article on the Great Nicobar Island Project, underscoring its strategic importance and transformative potential for the Indian Ocean Region. Calling the project one of "strategic, defence, and national importance," the Prime Minister said it will turn Great Nicobar into a major hub of maritime and air connectivity. In a post on X, PM Modi shared an article penned by Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav statin...

September 9, 2025 6:41 PM

Over ₹1.55 lakh crore mobilized for clean air and green Iifrastructure in 130 cities

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav today conferred the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan Awards 2025 to the best-performing cities under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and recognized Indore and Udaipur as Wetland Cities under the Ramsar Convention. The awards ceremony highlighted achievements of 11 cities out of 130 NCAP cities that demonstrated exceptional commitment and innovation in improving air quality. Indore topped the Category-1 cities (population over 10 lakh) with a perfect scor...

September 2, 2025 12:58 PM

Bhupender Yadav pitches for resilience, regeneration, responsibility at Global Sustainability Summit

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Tuesday said India’s growth model seeks to strike a balance between economic progress and ecological stewardship, stressing that sustainability should be seen as a lifestyle choice rather than a distant goal. Addressing the 20th Global Sustainability Summit in Delhi organised by the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development, Yadav said India has emerged as the fastest-growing major economy while also taking the lead in climate actio...

August 11, 2025 2:39 PM

World Elephant Day 2025 to be celebrated in Coimbatore on August 12

The national celebration of World Elephant Day 2025 will be held in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on August 12. The event is being organised by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) in association with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department. The event will be inaugurated by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and will bring together foresters, policymakers, wildlife experts, and civil society representatives to discuss elephant conservation and ways to address human-el...

August 11, 2025 10:07 AM

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav lauds PM Modi as India’s lion population rises to 891

India’s Asiatic lion population has reached 891, marking a 32% increase since 2020 and more than 70% growth in the past decade, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced on World Lion Day celebrations at Barda Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat’s Devbhumi Dwarka district on Sunday. Calling the rise an “astounding success of conservation,” Yadav credited the achievement to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, noting his long-standing commitment to Project Lion - first as Gu...

July 25, 2025 3:53 PM

India showcases global leadership in wetlands conservation at Ramsar COP15 in Zimbabwe

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav on Thursday reaffirmed India’s global leadership in wetlands conservation at the 15th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. Addressing the High-Level Ministerial Segment in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, the Minister highlighted India’s message of “Oneness with Nature” and the country’s integrated approach to sustainable lifestyles in wetland management. India current...

June 17, 2025 1:10 PM

India hosts first assembly of International Big Cat Alliance in Delhi

The first Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), a global initiative envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the conservation of big cats, was held in New Delhi on Monday. The meeting was chaired by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and attended by ministerial delegations from nine countries, including Bhutan, Cambodia, Eswatini, Guinea, India, Liberia, Suriname, Somalia, and Kazakhstan. In his address, Bhupender Yadav highlighted India’s global leadership in w...

March 6, 2025 10:48 AM

Bhupender Yadav inaugurates World Sustainable Development Summit 2025, emphasizes India’s leadership in climate action

Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, inaugurated the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025 in New Delhi on Wednesday. Addressing the summit, Yadav highlighted India's growing role in driving climate action, with a special focus on the Global South's contributions to shaping the global climate agenda. The summit themed Partnerships for Accelerating Sustainable Development and Climate Solutions was Organised by The Energy and Resources Institute ...

February 11, 2025 6:34 PM

World Government Summit 2025 Opens in Dubai, India Focuses on Green Growth and Climate Resilience

The World Government Summit (WGS) 2025 opened on Tuesday under the theme Shaping Future Governments, attracting record international participation. Running until February 14, the 12th edition of the summit brings together heads of state, government officials, global institutions, and leading experts to explore emerging trends in governance and critical sectors. The event features multiple forums, including the Future of Work Forum, Government Experience Exchange Forum, Government Services Forum...