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Haryana puts villages at the heart of climate action in revamped state plan
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, July 30, 2025: In a bold shift toward grassroots-led environmental change, Haryana has unveiled a revamped State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC) that places its villages at the heart of climate action.
The state is moving beyond policy talk—empowering rural communities to lead the charge against climate challenges with tailored strategies, real resources, and measurable goals.
Delivering the keynote address at the ‘Agri-Jal Samvad’ state-level consultation, Sh. Anand Mohan Sharan, Additional Chief Secretary of Environment, Forests, and Wildlife, declared: “Climate change isn’t just a global challenge—it’s a local reality impacting our farmers, families, and fields.”
Why the Focus on Villages?
With over 50% of Haryana’s population dependent on agriculture, and threats like erratic rainfall, groundwater depletion, and rising temperatures looming large, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The new SAPCC acknowledges that resilience must start where the impact is felt first: the villages.
What’s New in the Revised SAPCC?
- Empowering Gram Panchayats to integrate climate action into development plans
- Dedicated funding and training for district and block-level officials
- Promotion of natural farming, crop diversification, and community water budgeting
- Seamless integration with national schemes like MGNREGA and PM Krishi Sinchai Yojana
This isn’t just policy—it’s action on the ground, designed to transform challenges into opportunities.
Collaboration is Key
Haryana is joining hands with GIZ, NABARD, and other partners to bring technical expertise, climate financing, and CSR investments to the grassroots level. The state is also exploring international climate funds to further fuel its mission.
The Vision Ahead
“Resilience isn’t a choice—it’s a necessity,” Sharan said, outlining a future where climate action is embedded in everyday decisions—from farming techniques to village infrastructure planning.
By localizing climate efforts, training frontline officials, and mobilizing communities, Haryana is setting a precedent: its villages won’t just survive climate change—they’ll thrive in the face of it.