India, April 11 -- An environmental prayer meeting was held at Aravalli Biodiversity Park on Thursday evening by the Aravalli Bachao Citizens Movement, emphasising the urgent need for public awareness amid rampant deforestation and environmental degradation caused by unregulated development.

Sixteen participants from diverse backgrounds, including members of Delhi Trees SOS and Warrior Moms, attended the event. They crafted placards calling attention to ecological crises. "These posters aren't just calls to action; they're vital reminders for individuals about our shared responsibility towards safeguarding nature," said Raghav Sharma, one of the event's organisers.

Smita Purshottam of Warrior Moms noted the spiritual intent: "We assembl...