Naveen feels fortunate to be a member of a 4.5 crore family.

On this special day of ‘International Day of Families’, our honorable Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, conveyed a heartfelt message to all the families out there. He believes that families are where life begins and they play a crucial role in shaping our personalities, instilling values, and providing a strong foundation for building a better society. He considers himself truly blessed to be a part of the 4.5 crore loving family of Odisha.

The ‘International Day of Families’ is celebrated every year on May 15th to recognize and appreciate the significance of families and their contributions to society. This day was adopted by the United Nations in 1994 to spread awareness about the importance of families, acknowledge the challenges they face, promote the values of togetherness, and showcase the efforts that strengthen families all over the world.

This year, the theme of ‘Families and Climate Change’ focuses on empowering families through education, promoting sustainable consumption habits, and advocating for meaningful and effective climate action. Families play a crucial role in passing down values from one generation to the next, and therefore, it is essential to instill sustainable habits and climate awareness in them from a young age.

Renowned environmentalist SN Patro emphasizes the importance of this celebration and its goal of raising awareness about the impact of climate change on families. Climate change has a detrimental effect on family health and well-being, causing increased pollution, displacement due to extreme weather events, disruptions in agriculture and food systems, and economic consequences. Families also contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions through their electricity usage, transportation choices, food consumption, and overall consumption patterns. Therefore, it is necessary for governments, businesses, and citizens to take ambitious climate action to reduce emissions and promote climate justice.

Patro also highlights the need to focus on reducing household CO2 emissions, as it is essential for creating a sustainable future for our families and the planet. Let us all come together and take responsibility for protecting our families and the environment by making conscious choices and taking meaningful actions. Happy International Day of Families to all!

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