Historically, we have been adept at reclaiming land; now, we must reclaim our city, our sense of public consciousness, and the public good. By creating a coastal forest, we can transform Mumbai’s coastline into a resilient, vibrant, and equitable space for all
Curricula can be infused with scientific and technical know-how alongside indigenous and local knowledge. The cross-cutting imperative should be to foster critical thinking instead of rote learning so that the next generation can embrace complexity and make informed choices.
There must be transparent, credible action which would allow India to demonstrate genuine climate leadership for the rest of the developing world, and secure a better, greener future for its citizens.
Seventy-one years later, India can build its own pathway out of the pandemic to become a climate leader aiming to secure a future where both people and nature can thrive.
