India’s Stance at Dushanbe Conference

  • 03 Jun 2025

At the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers' Preservation in Dushanbe (May 29–31, 2025), India emphasized global cooperation and science-driven glacier conservation.

Key Points

  • Ministerial Address: MoS for Environment represented India, highlighting the urgency of glacier retreat.
  • Himalayan Focus: Stressed India’s deep concern over impacts on water security and biodiversity.
  • National Efforts:
    • National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem (NMSHE)
    • Centre for Cryosphere and Climate Change Studies
    • ISRO-led GIS and Remote Sensing for glacier monitoring
    • GLOF risk mapping and early warning systems via NDMA
  • Research Collaboration: Involvement of NCPOR, NIH, Wadia Institute, and NIHE.
  • Global Stand: India reaffirmed its support for equity and Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR-RC).
  • Call to Action: Welcomed 2025 as International Year of Glaciers' Preservation and proposed decade for Cryospheric Sciences (2025–2034).