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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Inaugurates Mumbai Climate Week, Calls for Solutions
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🗓 25 Sep 2026, 09:16 AM
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Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the first Mumbai Climate Week, emphasizing the need for practical climate‑action measures across the city and state.
Mumbai hosted its inaugural Climate Week on Thursday, with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis delivering the opening address. The event, organized by the state government in partnership with environmental NGOs, aims to bring together policymakers, scientists, industry leaders and civil society to discuss concrete steps for reducing emissions and enhancing climate resilience.
Fadnavis highlighted the urgency of translating climate pledges into actionable projects, citing Mumbai's vulnerability to sea‑level rise and extreme weather. He announced a set of short‑term initiatives, including expanding green cover in urban pockets, accelerating renewable energy adoption in municipal services, and launching a pilot programme for climate‑smart public transport.
The week-long programme will feature expert panels, workshops and a showcase of innovative technologies such as solar‑powered water treatment and low‑carbon construction methods. Organisers expect the forum to generate policy recommendations that the state will integrate into its upcoming climate action plan.
Stakeholders from the private sector and academia have pledged support, signalling a collaborative approach to meet India's national climate targets while addressing local challenges specific to Mumbai.
The inaugural session concluded with a call for sustained community participation, urging residents to adopt energy‑saving habits and support city‑wide greening projects.
Fadnavis highlighted the urgency of translating climate pledges into actionable projects, citing Mumbai's vulnerability to sea‑level rise and extreme weather. He announced a set of short‑term initiatives, including expanding green cover in urban pockets, accelerating renewable energy adoption in municipal services, and launching a pilot programme for climate‑smart public transport.
The week-long programme will feature expert panels, workshops and a showcase of innovative technologies such as solar‑powered water treatment and low‑carbon construction methods. Organisers expect the forum to generate policy recommendations that the state will integrate into its upcoming climate action plan.
Stakeholders from the private sector and academia have pledged support, signalling a collaborative approach to meet India's national climate targets while addressing local challenges specific to Mumbai.
The inaugural session concluded with a call for sustained community participation, urging residents to adopt energy‑saving habits and support city‑wide greening projects.