Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi emphasized the importance of sustainable lifestyles that are available, accessible, and affordable for all consumers while protecting their basic rights and needs. Speaking at a World Consumer Rights Day webinar, Joshi highlighted the need for these lifestyles to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution crises. He mentioned the government’s efforts in fostering sustainability through policies such as eco-labelling programs and regulatory frameworks against greenwashing.
Joshi stated that the government is working to make sustainable products more affordable and accessible by encouraging industries to adopt environment-friendly manufacturing processes. He also mentioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Mission LiFE, which aims to transition from a ‘use-and-dispose’ economy to a ‘circular economy’ based on mindful utilization.
Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare echoed Joshi’s sentiments, stating that sustainability should not be costly, unaffordable, or difficult for consumers. Minister of State for Food and Consumer Affairs B L Verma and other ministry officials also attended the webinar, discussing the theme “A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles.”
Overall, the government’s focus on consumer protection, interest, and care aligns with the country’s cultural values and ethos. Joshi stressed the importance of consumers understanding their shared responsibilities towards society, following Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of a zero-carbon lifestyle and making sustainable choices in daily life. The government’s efforts towards promoting sustainability and consumer welfare reflect a commitment to both people and the planet.
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