India Urges Global Action to Save Mountains

On 16th May 2025, India proposed a five-point global action plan to protect mountain ecosystems at the Sagarmatha Sambaad in Nepal, emphasizing cooperation, climate resilience, and sustainable development.

Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav represented India at the summit themed “Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Humanity” held in Kathmandu.
He called for urgent international collaboration to protect fragile mountain regions like the Himalayas, underscoring their ecological and cultural significance.
He stressed the need for developed nations to fulfill their commitments on climate finance and technology transfer.
India proposed five global actions: enhance scientific research, build climate resilience, empower mountain communities, secure green finance, and recognize mountain issues in global forums.