We need sustainable development with environmental consciousness — Madhav Gadgil

Sustainable development depends upon participation by the people, and their awareness of the environmental effects of their actions, ecologist Madhav Gadgil said at Loksatta Idea Exchange event. Gadgil acknowledges responsibility to past, present and future generations to protect and enhance the surrounding environment. All activities must embrace the notion of sustainability. This means that the natural environment, social and economic aspects are carefully considered prior to any implementation, he added.