World Environment Day 2018 LIVE: Host Nation India Focuses On 'Beat Plastic Pollution' Theme
World Environment Day 2018: To raise awareness about protecting the environment, United Nations (UN) has designated June 5 as World Environment Day.
World Environment Day 2018: India is the host country for this year's celebration.
Each World Environment Day is organised around a theme that focuses attention on a particularly pressing environmental concern. The theme for the World Environment Day 2018, "Beat Plastic Pollution".
The theme invites everyone to consider how they can make changes in their everyday lives to reduce the heavy burden of plastic pollution on our natural places, our wildlife - and their own health. While plastic has many valuable uses, we have become over-reliant on single-use or disposable plastic - with severe environmental consequences.
Every World Environment Day has a different global host country, where the official celebrations take place. This year it is India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address an event marking the World Environment Day today. He will also visit the exhibition set up on the occasion at the Rajpath lawns.
Here are the Live Updates on the World Environment Day 2018:
Jun 05, 2018
18:54 (IST)
On World Environment Day, Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) today said a 'zero-effect, zero-defect' khadi product was a major agent in humanity's fight against global warming and climate degradation, reports PTI.
KVIC chairman Vinai Kumar Saxena said for more than 60 years, khadi has been linked with India's fight for freedom and today it has emerged as one of the most eco-friendly products.
He said that khadi has not only given India a unique identity, rather it also coexists with the most modern spinning and weaving mills and has the potential to make a place to itself in the international textile scene.
Jun 05, 2018
18:43 (IST)
#SwachhIndia : Can India #BeatPlasticPollution with the current plastic bans in various states? https://swachhindia.ndtv.com/world-environment-day-plastic-ban-india-20774/ … #WorldEnvironmentDay
Jun 05, 2018
18:27 (IST)
"Our traditions emphasize on living in harmony with nature. We are committed to raising standards of living of people, in a sustainable and green manner," says PM Narendra Modi at function to mark World Environment Day.
Jun 05, 2018
16:39 (IST)
Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling today said it is duty of the people to protect environment from destruction in order to provide a better place for the future generations to live in.
"On the World Environment Day, let us remember that we have a responsibility to protect our Mother Earth for our future generation," he said in a message. On this occasion, the chief minister called for a ban on use of plastics as a measure to save environment.
Jun 05, 2018
15:02 (IST)
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar posted a video message on twitter on the World Environment Day:
There is no Plan(et) 'B'.... Now think about it#WorldEnvironmentDay
Jun 05, 2018
14:14 (IST)
Tamil Nadu To Ban Use Of Plastic Items From 2019
Chief Minister E Palaniswami's announcement in the state assembly regarding the banning use of plastic items coincided with International Environment Day today.
Jun 05, 2018
14:13 (IST)
Sand Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik Creates Big Sand Turtle On World Environment Day
Plastic bottles have been used on the sculpture with message "Beat plastic pollution".
Jun 05, 2018
11:53 (IST)
Tamil Nadu government bans plastic manufacture and use of water bottles, bags, cups, straw etc from January 1, 2019.
Plastic packaging will only be allowed for milk, curd and medical items.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister E Palaniswami has announced the plan for plastic free Tamil Nadu in state assembly.
Plastic packaging will only be allowed for milk, curd and medical items.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister E Palaniswami has announced the plan for plastic free Tamil Nadu in state assembly.
Jun 05, 2018
11:48 (IST)
Crickter Rohit Sharma tweeted a message on World Environment Day:
Let’s not make ‘looking after our environment’ an event which comes few times a year. Let’s make it a part of our daily routine. Something we pass on to the next generation #ThereIsNoPlanetB #WorldEnvironmentDay
Jun 05, 2018
11:40 (IST)
Minister of Railways and Coal, Piyush Goyal tweeted about the initiative taken by railways to beat plastic pollution on this World Environment Day:
A Small Step to Beat Plastic Pollution: On #WorldEnvironmentDay, Indian Railways has started using fully biodegradable packages in 4 Shatabadi and 4 Rajadhani trains from Delhi, contributing towards a greener planet.
To mark the occasion of #WorldEnvironmentDay and as a small step towards its contribution to greener environment, IRCTC has today introduced complete biodegradable containers #BeatPlasticPollution for serving of breakfast and meals in several Shatabdi and Rajdhani Trains.
Jun 05, 2018
11:28 (IST)
This has been a concern for me and many other people including United Nations. It's just that now there is a concrete action in the direction. Plastic is a classic case of, whatever is given to us, we know how to make a problem out of it, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev said to news agency ANI.
Jun 05, 2018
10:08 (IST)
Union Minister of State for Environment, Dr Mahesh Sharma told ANI that, "plastic is a necessity for us, but it shouldn't become a curse. We have to abolish the use of single-use plastic in the world. We have a responsibility towards environment and mother nature".
Jun 05, 2018
09:52 (IST)
Our aim is to make India and world's home plastic-free to avoid enormous pollution to our environment and to our own health. This must stop and there's no one better to inspire to this than Mahatma Gandhi and Sadhguru, said UN Environment Executive Director, Erik Solheim to news agency ANI.
Jun 05, 2018
09:20 (IST)
The Wildlife Conservation trust posted a worrisome image along with a message on twitter:
Plastic constitutes 10% of total waste generated on Earth. Half of it is single-use plastic! Its non-biodegradable nature exposes humans & wildlife to carcinogens. Lets rid our planet of disposable plastics. REFUSE better than REDUCE better than REUSE! @SanctuaryAsia @GargiRawat
Jun 05, 2018
09:06 (IST)
A billboard portraiting a man, surfing a wave made out of plastic bags and bottles, to denounce ocean's pollution is pictured in Santiago on the eve of the World Environment Day.
Jun 05, 2018
08:49 (IST)
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took twitter to convey wishes on the World Environment Day:
President Kovind conveyed his wishes and a message on this World Environment Day:
Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu conveyed a message on this World Environment Day:
Today is World Environment Day. Following this year’s theme, let us pledge to ‘beat plastic pollution’. Let us pledge to make every day #WorldEnvironmentDay
On World Environment Day, we reaffirm our commitment to a cleaner and sustainable planet. India is hosting the global celebrations this year. And we are obligated to bequeathing a greener and eco-friendly legacy to our children #PresidentKovind
*Nature, Culture for Better future*
Let us take a pledge to ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’, the theme of World Environment Day today. Time has come for every individual to join the campaign to end single-use plastic and protect the environment. #WorldEnvironmentDay
Jun 05, 2018
08:47 (IST)
Jun 05, 2018
08:30 (IST)
Many political leaders have joined in the moment:
Member of Parliament and President of the BJP Yuva Morcha, Poonam Mahajan tweeted:
Aam Aadmi Party(AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra tweeted about the condition of Delhi and appealed the public to take measures before the water crisis gets worse:
Member of Parliament and President of the BJP Yuva Morcha, Poonam Mahajan tweeted:
If we can't reuse it, refuse to use it !
Let's take the oath to beat Plastic Pollution this #WorldEnvironmentDay and make our environment greener & cleaner.
आज #WorldEnvironmentDay हैं।
New Delhi is facing worst ever water crisis
Time to learn our lessons
Let's make River Yamuna Clean, let's revive River Yamuna in Delhi
मेरा सपना, मेरा संकल्प - दिल्ली में अविरल निर्मल यमुना नदी
Jun 05, 2018
08:22 (IST)
⚡️ This #WorldEnvironmentDay, focus is on beating #plasticpollution#BeatPlasticPollutionhttps://t.co/SKtP1iFesk
This #WorldEnvironmentDay, focus is on beating #plasticpollution #BeatPlasticPollutionhttps://twitter.com/i/moments/1003828232095858688 …
Jun 05, 2018
08:20 (IST)
PM Modi tweeted a message and conveyed his greeting on this World Environment Day:
Greetings on #WorldEnvironmentDay. Together, let us ensure that our future generations live in a clean and green planet, in harmony with nature.
Jun 05, 2018
08:18 (IST)
The famous Indian Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a sand turtle installation with plastic bottles at Puri beach in Odisha on this on World Environment Day:
Jun 05, 2018
08:14 (IST)
Others also joined in the movement:
It takes one small step to #BeatPlasticPollution! I’ve replaced using plastic bottles with a metal one. It’s convinient & environment friendly. Tagging @AnushkaSharma @RanveerOfficial & @ParineetiChopra to take up the challenge & inspire others to choose a sustainable future.
Dee!!!Thank you for taking up this wonderful initiative & for making sure we stay responsible always!
Nominating @DianaPenty, @sonamakapoor, @RajkummarRao & @ReallySwara. Hope you guys are up for a challenge!#BeatPlasticPollution#WorldEnvironmentDay@deespeak
I hereby challenge, @SrBachchan @AnupamPKher @sachin_rt @KKRiders @sonamakapoor @RajkummarRao @mrsfunnybones @jiteshpillaai @realpreityzinta @Varun_dvn @TheShilpaShetty @AnilKapoor @priyankachopra
I hope you complete the challenge & tag others too#BeatPlasticPollution
#BeatPlasticPollution by switching to steel or glass bottles today! Plastic bottles take 450 years or more to decompose, harming us and our environment. I’m now one step closer towards purging plastic from my life. Hope you guys will make the switch too!#LetsCoexist @deespeak
Jun 05, 2018
08:09 (IST)
Various celebrities have also joined in to the movement and tweeted about the little initiatives they are taking on this World Environment Day.
Dia Mirza, who is also the UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador, suggested few initiatives we can take on this World Environment Day:
Tag, I’m it – thanks for tagging me @adriangrenier! I switched to biodegradable sanitary napkins when I realised they are made mostly of plastic!#BeatPlasticPollution with @UNEnvironment for #WorldEnvironmentDay! Hey @sahil_sangha @aliaa08 @JNJCares – Tag, you’re it!
Have you joined our Tag Challenge yet? You can #BeatPlasticPollution by sharing a video or photo showing a sustainable alternative you have replaced single use plastics with and tag three friends to do the same! Don’t forget the #BeatPlasticPollution ! #WorldEnvironmentDay
The #TajMahal is now going to take action to #BeatPlasticPollution! A truly incredible day for all of us at @UNEnvironment @UNinIndia @ErikSolheim @dr_maheshsharma
Jun 05, 2018
08:03 (IST)
Here are the few things we can do on this World Environment Day to save earth:
1. Beat plastic by using refillable water bottles
Here’s just one example of what you can do to #BeatPlasticPollution. Learn more about the problem & the solutions here: http://bit.ly/2stoBSg #WorldEnvironmentDay
For consumers, the #BeatPlasticPollution action is clear - if you can’t reuse it, refuse it.
But what about manufacturing? Here are some innovative alternatives to help fight plastic waste. https://www.unenvironment.org/news-and-stories/story/fungus-foam-pineapple-pleather-5-plastic-alternatives-watch …
Jun 05, 2018
07:58 (IST)
World Environment Day, 2018: This year the theme is Beat Plastic Pollution
Single use plastics are choking up our planet and our oceans. We must all take individual action and embrace the efforts of young people to care for environment. Nairobi is on board to #BeatPlasticPollution and keep our environment green! Tag you're all it!
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