Hyderabad: From Hollywood eco-stars to Bollywood environmental champions, Telangana is aiming for a star-studded climate conclave from Dec 7, with the state govt seeking global voices to drive action on climate resilience, green investments and El Nino preparedness, according to irrigation minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy.
The climate conclave, planned as part of ‘Invest Telangana–Global Summit 2026’ to be held on Dec 7, 8 and 9 at Bharat Future City, is likely to be held in the city. Emphasising that climate policy must reflect ground realities, the minister proposed a grassroots consultation on Nov 28 involving around 100 representatives from different walks of life. The minister asked officials to concentrate on securing a select group of internationally recognised personalities through appropriate institutional and diplomatic channels. Environmental leaders and experts such as Rajendra Singh, Sunita Narain, Sadhguru and Norwegian former environment minister Erik Solheim are also among the proposed invitees. The minister suggested exploring the participation of actor Dia Mirza, who has been associated with environmental causes, particularly for the curtain-raiser event. Advocating a focused format, Uttam favoured a two-day international conference with fewer but more substantive sessions, rather than an overcrowded programme. The proposed themes include drought and El Nino preparedness, water security, climate resilience, afforestation, desertification, clean air, renewable energy, climate finance and waste-to-wealth initiatives. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Hyderabad | Silver Rate in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad | Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Petrol Price in Hyderabad | Diesel Price in Hyderabad | CNG Price in Hyderabad | LPG Price in Hyderabad
Reviewing the preparations with officials at the secretariat on Monday, Uttam Kumar Reddy called for a carefully curated conference that would place Telangana prominently on the global climate map while addressing the state’s emerging environmental challenges, particularly the anticipated El Nino threat and its implications for water security, agriculture and livelihoods.