New Delhi: Pollution is one thing that India, especially North India, is struggling for. As the AQI has decreased slightly, Delhi and other states continue to battle the menace of pollution. The current pollution sheds light on the significance of pollution control and its impact. National Pollution Control Day is observed every year on December 2. Every year, a new theme is set for the day, and this year, the theme is “Clean Air, Green Earth: A Step Towards Sustainable Living”.
In this article, we will explore the meaning of this year’s theme and why National Pollution Control Day was established.
Understanding the 2024 Theme: “Clean Air, Green Earth: A Step Towards Sustainable Living”
The theme of National Pollution Control Day 2024 is “Clean Air, Green Earth: A Step Towards Sustainable Living”. Eco-friendly practices are essential for reducing pollution and helping the planet. By adopting these practices, we can:
Conserve resources: Use less of the planet’s non-renewable resources to keep them from running out.
Reduce emissions: Release fewer harmful gases into the air.
Protect ecosystems: Make ecosystems healthier and safeguard their plants, animals, and people.
Limit exposure to harmful substances: Reduce contact with dangerous materials.
Reverse climate change: Help turn back the effects of climate change and prevent disasters.
National Pollution Control Day 2024: Why is this day observed on December 2?
National Pollution Control Day is observed on December 2 to remember the 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy. This disaster involved a toxic gas leak from a pesticide plant in Bhopal, India, leading to thousands of deaths and long-term health issues for many others. This tragic incident highlighted the dangers of industrial accidents and the need for effective pollution control.
Implementing Sustainable Practices for Pollution Control
National Pollution Control Day has clear goals aimed at creating a cleaner and safer environment:
Remembering the Bhopal Gas Tragedy: Honouring the victims and raising awareness about industrial accidents’ impact.
Promoting Environmental Education: The day encourages education about the environment through workshops and seminars to help everyone understand pollution and how to prevent it.
Evaluating Pollution Control Measures: It’s a chance to review how well current pollution control strategies work and identify ways to improve them.
Encouraging Corporate Responsibility: The day stresses that businesses should adopt eco-friendly practices, invest in green technologies, and take part in pollution control efforts.
National Pollution Control Day commemorates the 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy. The 2024 theme, “Clean Air, Green Earth: A Step Towards Sustainable Living”, emphasises eco-friendly practices to mitigate pollution. knowledge Knowledge News, Photos and Videos on General Knowledge
