The Environment and Social Justice Commission of India (ESJCI) on Wednesday announced its Punjab Chapter and unveiled its 2026–27 action agenda, reaffirming its commitment to building a cleaner, healthier and climate-resilient Punjab through environmental protection and social justice.
National Treasurer Anil Arora administered the oath to Manish Mahajan, Chairman of the Punjab Chapter, and Shubh Goyal, District Coordinator for Fatehgarh Sahib. The event was attended by Gajendra Phogat, Officer on Special Duty to the Haryana Chief Minister, and Punjab BJP Secretary Ekta Nagpal, who urged members to work with dedication towards environmental conservation and social welfare.
Launching the agenda, National President Ritik Arora said the Commission would build a strong statewide network to tackle climate-related challenges, particularly floods, while supporting relief efforts during natural disasters. Key priorities for 2026–27 include air pollution control, groundwater conservation, rainwater harvesting, flood management, afforestation, sustainable development and community participation to promote environmental protection and social justice. He emphasized that tree plantation and water conservation would remain major focus areas of the Commission.
