Shashidhar Reddy highlights importance of environmental awareness

Metro India News | Hyderabad : Marri Shashidhar Reddy, former Vice Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Government of India, highlighted on Sunday the importance of environmental awareness, preparedness, informed decision-making, and collective action in responding to environmental challenges. He was the Chief Guest at the valedictory function of   VERDE–2026, a three-day environmental diplomacy conference conducted by ICFAI Law School and The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), Hyderabad from 23 to 25 October 2026

Rooted in the principles of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), VERDE reflected the importance of global cooperation and collective responsibility in advancing goals such as Climate Action (SDG 13), Life Below Water (SDG 14), Life on Land (SDG 15), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12). Prof. (Dr.) Vijender Kumar, Director General, ICFAI Law School, IFHE, Hyderabad, highlighted the role of educational institutions in nurturing responsible citizens who can contribute meaningfully to society and sustainable development.

Setty Hrudai Tej, Coordinator of the SAKSHAM Club and Assistant Professor at ICFAI Law School, presented the event report highlighting the engagement of participants in environmental discussions and policy-oriented simulations. D.V.N. Murty, coordinator of the GAIA club and Assistant Professor at ICFAI Law School, delivered the concluding remarks, acknowledging the collective efforts behind the conference and encouraging students to carry forward its spirit of environmental responsibility and constructive engagement.