Himalaya Diwas is celebrated annually on September 9 to emphasize the conservation and protection of the Himalayan ecosystem. Spearheaded by environmentalists like Dr. Anil Joshi and officially declared by the Uttarakhand government in 2015, the day serves as an urgent call to action against the ecological threats facing the region, including climate change, rapid urbanization, glacier retreat, and frequent natural disasters. The initiative promotes sustainable development strategies that balance environmental protection with local economic needs, advocating for eco-friendly tourism, community-led conservation, and policy reforms across all Indian states sharing the fragile Himalayan geography.
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