Imphal, Sept. 16 -- The Directorate of Environment and Climate Change, in collaboration with the Manipur Pollution Control Board, today observed World Ozone Day at the Directorate Hall here.
This year's UN theme is "From Science to Action."The session began with a welcome address by Programme Officer Gyanen Urikhinbam and Director T. Brajakumar Singh.
Urikhinbam highlighted the ozone layer's crucial role in protecting the Earth, while Brajakumar stressed that Ozone Day is not merely about past achievements but a call to action for present and future generations.
He noted that the UN theme underlines how science guides global cooperation and sustainable living, adding that banning single-use plastic is a step toward a healthier planet.
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