Time to say goodbye to single-use plastic, says PM

India is hosting the UNCCD COP14 from September 2 to September 13. The conference is aimed at adding to the global discourse on environmental issues, especially those relating to land management.

Speaking at the conference, PM Modi said that his government has announced to put an end to single-use plastic in the coming years. He also added that the government has created a "Jal Shakti Ministry" to address all water-related important issues in totality

The Prime Minister said that climate and environment impact both biodiversity and land, and the world is facing the negative impact of climate change

Around 196 countries and 94 environment ministers are taking part in the mega event. Ministers are expected to announce their targets for land restoration and come to a consensus on measures to address the emerging threats of forced migration, sand and dust storms, and on actions to strengthen resilience to droughts.