With UN chief by his side, PM Modi launches Mission LIFE to combat climate change

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres launched ‘Mission LiFE’ at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat’s Ekta Nagar.

At the launch of ‘Mission LiFE’ in Kevadia, PM Modi said, “The issue of climate change is being witnessed everywhere. Our glaciers are melting, rivers are drying up. Mission LIFE will help in fighting the climate crisis,” PM Modi said.

“A perception was created that climate change is merely a policy-related issue & that both governments or international institutions will take steps regarding it. But now, people are feeling the effects of climate change,” he said.

PM Modi said that a bit of changing lifestyles can be of help to the environment.

“Some people prefer dropping AC temperatures to 17 degrees, this creates a negative impact on the environment. Use cycles while going to gyms, doing our bit to change our lifestyles can be of help to the environment,” he said.

PM Modi also highlighted that reuse, reduce and recycling are part of India’s traditions and culture. “We need to bring back these practices and work towards making sustainable choices,” he said.