India, April 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India, commemorated Earth Day 2026 today at Prithvi Bhavan, centered around the theme "Our Power, Our Planet." The event featured a high-level gathering of scientists, senior officials, and staff who collectively took the Earth Day Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to environmental stewardship.
The celebration was graced by Chief Guest Padma Shri Dr. Shailesh Nayak, former Secretary of MoES and current Director of the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS). The event was presided over by Dr. M. Ravichandran, Secretary, MoES, alongside notable attendees including Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra (DGM, IMD), Shri S. Gopal ...