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‘Net Zero Is Nature’s Gift to Us,’ Says Bhupender Yadav at Eco Warrior Awards 2025

At Eco Warrior Awards, Minister Yadav Urges Young Officers to Champion India’s Green Mission
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New Delhi: In a grand ceremony celebrating India’s first dedicated award show for Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers, the Eco Warrior Awards 2025, the third edition, was held on September 11 at India International Centre, Delhi. This prestigious event honored exceptional individuals and initiatives for their significant contributions to environmental conservation and sustainable practices. The day also marked the annual observance of National Forest Martyrs Day.

The Union Minister of Forests, Climate Change, and Environment, Mr. Bhupender Yadav, was scheduled to be the Chief Guest. However, due to an urgent function and programme convened by the Prime Minister, he was unable to attend in person. Despite his absence, Mr Yadav sent a special video message to inspire and encourage the dedicated forest officers present at the ceremony.

The Minister congratulated all the officials of the Indian Forest Service Association and said, “As the Environment Minister, I maintain a constant dialogue with them. Their contribution to the promotion and conservation of India’s natural wealth is invaluable. Our forest officers work tirelessly, day and night, to maintain a harmonious balance with nature.”

“In collaboration with Indian Masterminds, they started a new tradition in 2023 by instituting the Eco Warrior Awards. I have had the privilege of being present at the last two editions. The forest sector today faces many new and evolving challenges – be it human-wildlife conflict, forest degradation, water body conservation, protection of endangered species, wildlife crime, or most importantly, the mission to increase the green cover of the country. Despite these challenges, our officers continue to move forward with determination.”

“I must acknowledge that through their innovations, forest officers have excelled in wildlife protection and habitat management, especially through their engagement with local communities and tribal groups.”

He further said, “The purpose of these awards is to encourage and honour such efforts. One of the greatest lessons we learn from nature is the concept of ‘net zero’ – nature’s greatest gift to us. While the term is widely discussed globally today, its true inspiration lies in nature itself.

Let us all come together to protect nature and make it our collective mission across all platforms. I congratulate all the award winners. I also urge the new generation of officers to work with energy and purpose to strengthen the ecological and economic balance of our nation – because it is only by preserving our ecology that we can truly grow our economy.”


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