India's Participation in UNCCD COP16: Key Highlights and Initiatives
| Event/Initiative | Details |
|---|---|
| UNCCD COP16 | Held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (December 2, 2024). Theme: "Our Land. Our Future." |
| India's Delegation | Led by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav and Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini. |
| Aravalli Green Wall Project | Aims to restore 1.15 million hectares of degraded land across four states. |
| "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" Campaign | Bhupender Yadav planted a sapling at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh under this initiative. |
| Mission LiFE | Encourages Indian students to adopt sustainable practices. |
| UNCCD Background | Launched at the 1992 Rio Earth Summit; entered into force in 1996; 197 parties involved. |
| Changwon Initiative | Launched in 2011; aims for Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN); 120+ countries committed. |
| UNFCCC COP29 | Held in Baku, Azerbaijan (November 11-22, 2024); focuses on global warming and Paris Agreement. |
| CBD COP16 | Started in Cali, Colombia (October 2024); postponed due to quorum issues; resumes in Rome (2025). |