By Sahil Kumar | Taaza Wire | June 5, 2025
As the world came together to commemorate World Environment Day 2025 on June 5, Indian leaders voiced a clear call for immediate and meaningful action for the environment. From the Prime Minister’s poignant appeal to grand afforestation targets and personal accolades, this year’s Environment Day highlighted India’s rising commitment to being green.
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PM Modi Urges Citizens to “Deepen Efforts” to Save the Planet
On Thursday morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to inspire action.
“This World Environment Day, let’s deepen our efforts towards protecting our planet and overcoming the challenges we face. I also compliment all those working at the grassroots to make our environment greener and better.” — PM Narendra Modi
The Prime Minister’s message aligns with this year’s UNEP theme, focusing on land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience. The appeal encourages individuals, communities, and institutions to go beyond symbolic gestures and embrace long-term environmental responsibility.
PM Modi to Inaugurate World’s Highest Railway Arch: Chenab Bridge, Flag Off Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Train: World Environment Day 2025: PM Modi’s Call to Action, Maharashtra’s Green Push, and Acharya Prashant’s Big HonorThis #WorldEnvironmentDay, let’s deepen our efforts towards protecting our planet and overcoming the challenges we face. I also compliment all those working at the grassroots to make our environment greener and better. pic.twitter.com/E7mWAFZ73V
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2025
Maharashtra Sets Ambitious Goal: 10 Crore Trees in 2025
Stepping up significantly on the state front, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis made a bold declaration: to plant 10 crore trees in the state during 2025. The goal was identified during a high-level review meeting of the state’s flagship “Green Maharashtra, Prosperous Maharashtra, Prosperous Maharashtra” mission.
“Tree plantation must become a people’s movement. Every citizen’s participation is key to a greener, more sustainable Maharashtra,” Fadnavis emphasized.
This campaign aims to combat climate change, restore biodiversity, and improve air quality — all while promoting eco-conscious behavior among the people of Maharashtra.
On this World Environment Day, let’s put a full stop to plastic pollution and take a pledge for a sustainable future!
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) June 5, 2025
आज, जागतिक पर्यावरण दिनी, प्लास्टिक प्रदूषणाला पूर्णविराम देऊया, शाश्वत पर्यावरणाचा नवसंकल्प करुया!#जागतिक_पर्यावरण_दिन #WorldEnvironmentDay… pic.twitter.com/SwPMZIt1o0
Acharya Prashant Honored as ‘Most Impactful Environmentalist’
In a memorable moment that was at once spiritual and sustainable, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant was conferred the distinguished ‘Most Impactful Environmentalist‘ title by the Green Society of India at the World Environment Conference 2025 held at Greater Noida.
In his speech, Acharya Prashant said:
“The climate crisis is not just outside; it’s inside. Glaciers are melting because our minds are burning with greed. Oceans are rising because our desires know no bounds. True environmentalism begins not in policy, but in consciousness.”
His unique approach integrates inner transformation with environmental stewardship, motivating millions to rethink consumerism and return to mindful, minimalistic lifestyles.
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Why World Environment Day Matters More Than Ever
Observed every year on June 5 since 1973, World Environment Day is the world’s largest environmental platform for outreach, managed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). With the world grappling with growing problems such as climate change, desertification, and loss of biodiversity, this year’s observation is a call to action in raising awareness to address these issues.
From political pledges to individual inspiration, World Environment Day 2025 in India reminded us that saving the environment is a shared responsibility — one that starts with thought and ends with transformative action.
Quick Highlights
- PM Modi urges grassroots environmental efforts.
- Maharashtra targets 10 crore tree plantations this year.
- Acharya Prashant receives national honor for merging spiritual insight with ecological action.
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