The city of Lucknow hosted a seminar on sustainable development, titled “Mission Net Zero: Igniting Green Offensive,” to mark the 18th foundation day of Medhaj Techno Concept Pvt. Ltd. The event brought together policymakers, environmental experts, industry leaders, and innovators to discuss strategies and frameworks for achieving India’s goal of becoming carbon-neutral. The seminar was attended by distinguished guests, including former MP and Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, who praised the company’s commitment to sustainability.
Sameer Tripathi, the CMD of Medhaj, emphasized the importance of incorporating astrology and scriptures into the academic curriculum to truly understand sustainability. He linked astrology to sustainability, relating the gurukul system to SDG Goal for quality education, and highlighted how sustainability has been embedded in Indian tradition since ancient times. Tripathi stressed that sustainability has its roots in Sanatan Dharm, which is an integral part of Indian culture.
The seminar focused on environmental sustainability and India’s goal of becoming carbon-neutral. The theme of the seminar, “India’s War On Carbon Begins Now For a Sustainable Future,” was inspired by the Indian government’s strong commitment and leadership in the field of environmental sustainability. The chief guest, Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, praised the company’s efforts towards sustainability, stating that the name ‘Medhaj’ reflects the virtue of the company.
MLC Mahendra Singh highlighted the nation’s progress under PM Modi’s leadership, citing the significant increase in energy production and a steep drop in poverty. He stated that nearly 250 million people have risen above the poverty line under the current leadership. Gunjan Tripathi, the director of Operations at Medhaj Group, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to the government’s “Mission LiFE” and “Net Zero” initiatives and introduced a strategic mantra: 500145, which includes the goals of generating 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030, reducing carbon emissions by 1 billion tons, and achieving a 45% reduction under the Net Zero Mission.
Former IAS officer Ashish Upadhyay reaffirmed India’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2070, praising PM Modi’s visionary approach. He emphasized the central role of the energy sector, especially renewable energy, in the Net Zero Mission. The seminar was a call to action, inviting every Indian to become a soldier in the war against carbon. Dialogue sessions explored topics such as energy efficiency, renewable energy, smart infrastructure, green technology, and policy reforms.
Overall, the seminar was a significant step towards achieving India’s goal of becoming carbon-neutral. It brought together experts and leaders from various fields to discuss strategies and frameworks for sustainable development. The event emphasized the importance of incorporating traditional knowledge and values into modern sustainability efforts and highlighted the progress made by India under PM Modi’s leadership. The seminar concluded with a call to action, inviting every Indian to join the movement towards a sustainable future.