Speaking at the valedictory function of a two-day workshop on environmental protection in Gandhinagar on Sunday, state forest and environment minister Arjun Modhwadia emphasized that while the government is pursuing a policy of sustainable development, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has the most crucial role in curbing pollution in the state.
Workshop Highlights
An official statement released after the event noted that the workshop addressed the challenges before the state regarding environmental protection. Key topics included the need to revise existing guidelines and future planning strategies to enhance environmental safeguards.
Key Discussions
- Revision of environmental guidelines to align with current challenges
- Future planning for sustainable development
- Strengthening the role of GPCB in pollution control
Modhwadia reiterated the government's commitment to sustainable development and highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts between various departments and the GPCB to achieve environmental goals. The workshop served as a platform for stakeholders to deliberate on effective measures to protect the environment in Gujarat.
