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As per a NASA report, nearly 1,156 forest fires were reported from #India between 13 & 20 February 2023. Not only does this lead to loss of forest tract but it also releases a significant amount of carbon dioxide exacerbating #ClimateChange. 

Over 20,000 women died on #Indian roads in 2021. However, the implications of unsafe #transport systems & road infrastructure on female road users is not a well-researched subject. We need this to change. This #InternationalWomensDay2023 let us call on government agencies and decision-makers to understand #RoadSafety problems specific to #women & promote appropriate road safety action plans. 

Got your learner's licence & finished your driving course successfully? Diya has too!! She is excited to acquire a permanent #DrivingLicence now. Swipe to find out how!

#RoadSafety #SadakSurakshaJeevanRaksha 

Childhood #Obesity is a serious threat to the health of our children, with India having 14.4 million obese children - the second highest in the world, after China. Our children are consuming too many calories, but not enough nutrition. Childhood obesity paves the way for metabolic syndrome, poor physical health, mental disorders, respiratory problems, & glucose intolerance, all of which will continue into the adult years. Consumption of processed foods is a particular risk factor with sugary beverages, salty chips & all manner of fried foods easily & cheaply available.

The theme for this #WorldWildlifeDay2023 is all about partnerships for wildlife conservation. Let's work together to support local communities, governments, NGOs, and businesses in their efforts to safeguard our precious wildlife for future generations. #PartnershipsForConservation

According to a report by McKinsey & Company, #ClimateChange could reduce arable land & crop yields, impacting livelihoods of up to 80% of smallholder farmers in #India. This could have far-reaching consequences for our food security & global food supply chains. #ClimateActionNow

Today on #WorldWastePickersDay, we celebrate the over 15 million waste pickers globally, who handle our waste unflinchingly. They rummage through our #waste, salvaging tonnes of it that might otherwise have ended up in #landfills. And they even look through the vast wastelands of our landfills, recovering something small here and there. Let's celebrate them for they are the true unsung heroes.