New Delhi, Oct. 25 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday said that Indians have always cherished nature and regarded it with deep reverence, where respect for the environment is not merely a belief but an integral part of life.

He observed that Indian traditions, scriptures, and folklore have consistently emphasised harmony between humans and nature.

He mentioned that from an early age, children in India are taught to live in tune with natural elements, reflecting the enduring cultural and moral connection between environmental consciousness and the Indian way of life.

Birla made these remarks while addressing a distinguished gathering on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sohan Singh at the Constitution Club of India, New De...