Itanagar, May 15 (PTI) Emphasising the urgent need to protect Arunachal Pradesh’s rich ecological heritage amid rapid development, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Friday called for balancing progress with environmental stewardship.
In a message on social media on the occasion of National Endangered Species Day, Mein highlighted the deep connection between endangered species, forest ecosystems, and the traditional way of life of indigenous communities in the state.
“Arunachal Pradesh is not just a land of mountains and rivers; it is among India’s greatest strongholds of wildlife and biodiversity,” he said in a post on X.
Mein also pointed out to several rare and threatened species found in the northeastern state.
“On National Endangered Species Day, we are reminded that the survival of species like the Mishmi takin, red panda, snow leopard, hoolock gibbon, and hornbills is deeply connected to the future of our forests, rivers, and indigenous way of life,” he said.
The deputy chief minister stressed that environmental protection must remain a priority even as the state continues on the path of infrastructure and economic development.
“As development progresses, the responsibility to protect this fragile ecological wealth becomes even more important,” Mein said.
“Conservation in Arunachal Pradesh is not only about saving wildlife, but it is also about preserving a living heritage that defines our identity and our relationship with nature,” he said.
Calling for collective responsibility, Mein urged citizens and stakeholders to work towards a sustainable future where growth does not come at the cost of nature.
“Let us continue working towards a future where development and environmental stewardship go hand in hand,” he added. PTI UPL RBT
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