Minister Dr. Pradip Balasamanta, attending the 'Parivesh Panchayat' organized by Sambad at Nagada in Jajpur, emphasized that collective efforts are essential for a balanced environment. He warned that rapid deforestation due to mining and urbanization is a threat to humanity. Experts noted that India's tree-to-population ratio is only 22 compared to the global average of 424. The event urged every citizen to plant at least one tree annually to combat climate change. https://sambad.in/punascha-pruthibi/nagada-climate-panchayat-environmental-balance-pradeep-balasamanta-jajpur-12114897 #creator program