PM Modi inaugurates NGT International Conference; CJI Surya Kant discusses environmental jurisprudence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the National Green Tribunal's International Conference on "The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics" on September 19 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The two-day event brought together jurists, scientists, policymakers and environmental experts from India and 17 other countries, along with international bodies including UNEP and ADB, to discuss environmental governance and climate challenges.
During the inaugural session, CJI Surya Kant traced the evolution of Indian environmental jurisprudence and its engagement with climate-related rights. PM Modi spoke on India's environmental and climate initiatives, emphasizing how development and sustainability can coexist. He highlighted equity concerns in global climate discussions, noting that developing nations have often borne disproportionate responsibility.
Attorney General R. Venkataramani, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, and NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava also participated. Modi launched the NGT Mobile Application during the session.
