| Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha while addressing the valedictory session of the 13th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit highlighted the need to establish a balanced relationship between development and conservation.
He stated the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’ can only be realized when the Himalayas remain secure, healthy and vibrant.
Development is essential for improving the quality of life, generating employment, strengthening infrastructure and expanding economic opportunities. Mountain regions, in particular, need better roads, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, communication networks and tourism infrastructure. However, such development must be guided by ecological con |