Overview
- Speaking in New Delhi on Sohan Singh’s birth anniversary, the Lok Sabha Speaker said reverence for nature is woven into Indian traditions, scriptures and folklore.
- Birla argued that human activity is the primary driver of ecological imbalance, pointing to cleaner rivers, improved air quality and more visible wildlife during the COVID-19 pause.
- He urged a united national effort grounded in citizen responsibility so that progress and sustainability proceed together.
- Paying tribute to Sohan Singh, he highlighted the ethic of simple living and inner transformation as a template for social change and environmental care.
- The remarks were delivered at the Constitution Club of India at an event hosted by Sohan Singh Seva Nyas on the theme “Environment: Crisis and Solution.”