𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗵𝗶. The third Environmental Citizen Award ceremony, organized by the World Environment Council (WEC), was held with great dignity and success at the India International Centre (IIC) on January 25, 2026. The event, which ran from 10 AM to 1 PM, was attended by environmentalists, policymakers, social activists, academicians, youth representatives, media personnel, and corporate representatives from India and abroad.
The team sent by His Holiness Swami Chidanand Saraswati Ji Maharaj, the chief guest, added a spiritual and grand touch to the program with the chanting of mantras during the lamp lighting ceremony, making the entire event even more dignified. The special guests included Tara Nath Adhikari (Minister – Economic, Embassy of Nepal), O.P. Rajpurohit (IBS(R), Doordarshan, New Delhi), Dr. Mannu Singh Tomar (National President, Bharatiya Namo Sangh), Mahamandaleshwar 1008 Disha Ji Maharaj, Mahamandaleshwar 1008 Ananta Ji Maharaj Prayagraj, and Gaurav Tiwari, Mamta Singh, Chief Editor, Sakriya Bharat News.
On behalf of the WEC Board of Directors, Prof. Ganesh Channa (Founder and President), Dr. Srikanth Merguna (Secretary), and Anmol Sharma (Executive Member), Aditya Channa, Rahul Gardas, and Chandrakant Yadwad led the event and highlighted the organization’s visionary initiatives related to environmental protection.
Awards Presented : The ceremony honored individuals and institutions for their remarkable contributions in the fields of environment, sustainable development, education, policy, media, innovation, and youth leadership in various categories.
The Paryavaran Bhushan Award was presented to Dr. Vijay Kumar Shah.
The Paryavaran Shri Award was given to His Holiness Swami Chidanand Saraswati Ji Maharaj and Sonam Wangchuk Lepcha.
The Global Environmental Leader Award was presented to Dr. Shobha Sondhia and Bindu N. S. Corporate Environmental Excellence Award was presented to Capri Global Capital Limited, Ansh Mirchandani (Airmark Inc.), and Turbo Energy Private Limited.
In addition, dozens of individuals and organizations were honored in various categories including Sustainability Business Excellence, Green Education and Awareness, Sustainability Innovator, Eco-Guardian, Public Policy Impact, Green Youth Icon, Green Republic, and CPR Hero.
The crucial role of volunteers, media, and partners. The success of the event was largely due to the significant contributions of the volunteers, the organizing team, media partners, and all collaborating organizations. Media partners Anmol Times News, Chetan Advertising, and Kalki News provided extensive coverage of the event.
A message of collective commitment to the environment in their addresses, the speakers emphasized the need for collective efforts in environmental protection, climate change, sustainable development, and social responsibility. Prof. Ganesh Channa stated that WEC’s objective is not merely to bestow awards, but to inspire positive change in society.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks and a resolution to undertake more effective environmental initiatives in the future. The third Environmental Citizen Award ceremony proved to be an inspiring and landmark event for those working in the field of environment.
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