State level World Ozone Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Imphal, September 16 2025:
Director of the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change Dr T Brajakumar Singh has highlighted the need for a dedicated policy to stop the depletion of the ozone layer.
He made the statement during the State level observance of World Ozone Day at the Directorate Hall located at Porompat, Imphal and organised by the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change in collaboration with the Manipur Pollution Control Board.
The UN theme of this year is "From Science to Action".
The session kicked off with the welcome and keynote address from Gyanen Urikhinbam, Programme Officer and Dr T Brajakumar Singh.
In his speech, Gyanen Urikhinbam highlighted the importance of ozone layer and its contribution in protecting the planet earth.
Meanwhile, Dr T Brajakumar said that the celebration of ozone day is not about the past achievement but it is a call to action for present and future generations.
He also suggested that the UN theme 'From Science to Global Action' defines the architectural science in guiding the light for policy, cooperation and sustainable living on a global scale.
He concluded his speech by asserting that banning single use plastic policy is a good step in securing a healthier future for the planet.
Dr W Roshan Singh, Member Secretary, MPCB delivered an insightful presentation on the history of ozone depleting substances.
He began by introducing the chemicals widely used in refrigeration, air conditioning, solvents and foam blowing industries.
He elaborated on the Montreal Protocol and its provisions to avoid billions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions and how ozone protection policies can contribute directly to climate change mitigation.
The program was then taken over by Dr Y Niveda Devi, State Nodal Officer for the National Program on Climate Change and Human Health (NPCCHH), who delivered an engaging presentation on climate change and air pollution, linking to ozone depletion and health impact.
Dr Niveda began by highlighting how climate change is not just an environmental issue but a significant public health challenge.
She emphasized that climate change affects the fundamental determinants of health, including clean air, safe drinking water, food security, and shelter.
In her presentation, she outlined the direct and indirect health impacts of climate change.
She elaborated on the direct impacts that include the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, floods, and storms, which directly endanger lives.
In conclusion, she highlighted the importance of integrating climate change into health planning and policy-making, and also encouraged media professionals to actively report on climate-related health impacts.
Dr Likmabam Sanjoy Meitei, Assistant Professor, Dhanamanjuri University made his remark on the role of scientific community in the UN target on ozone layer protection.
He said that the need of the hour is to change small behaviour in our choices like using ozone friendly products, avoiding harmful chemicals, detecting illegal activity, addressing climate interaction, steering policy adjustments and supporting environmental strategies etc.
The program came to an end with a vote of thanks from Ph Vivekananda Sharma, Joint Director.
He expressed his appreciation for the valuable insights shared and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of all participants in making the programme successful.
The event was also attended by research scholars, senior sub-editors, sub-editors and reporters.
The gathering also engaged in a discussion session.
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