Key Discussions on El Nino and Climate Change at the Global Summit

Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy has announced that a two-day international climate conference will be organised as part of the Global Summit scheduled to begin in Hyderabad on December 7. He reviewed the preparations with officials at the Secretariat on Monday. The conference will primarily focus on preparedness to tackle El Niño impacts, strengthening resilience against climate change and promoting green investments. The minister directed officials to invite climate experts from India and abroad, along with Hollywood and Bollywood personalities actively involved in environmental conservation. Invitations are also proposed for Union ministers and ambassadors from countries such as Norway, Denmark and Sweden.

The minister emphasised the need to discuss support for communities vulnerable to drought, along with issues concerning agriculture, security and livelihoods. He directed officials to ensure adequate availability of drinking water and fodder during summer and prepare for increased demand for water and electricity. Referring to the Chief Minister's announcement of providing ₹1,000 crore per month for relief measures during the peak summer months, Uttam Kumar Reddy asked officials to formulate appropriate action plans. He also suggested showcasing Telangana's initiatives in groundwater restoration, micro-irrigation and soil conservation at the international conference. Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Vinay Kumar, Transco MD Krishna Bhaskar and other officials attended the meeting.