Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav has called for a precautionary approach to mitigate ecological risks in the Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone, warning that unscientific development can lead to avoidable disasters.
At a high-level meeting in Dehradun, Yadav emphasized the need for a balanced approach to development, preserving the region's biodiversity while aligning environmental priorities with livelihoods through sustainable planning.
The discussions focused on effective implementation of the BESZ notification, with officials highlighting the importance of preserving the region's biodiversity and aligning environmental priorities with livelihoods through sustainable planning.
Yadav underlined the need for a structured and coordinated framework for conservation in the zone, which includes the origin of the Ganga, guided by scientific and evidence-based studies, integrated development planning, clearly defined institutional mechanisms, and robust monitoring and enforcement systems.
