Send us a textMeet a crusader for environmental sustainability who has worked tirelessly to protect natural resources and promote sustainable development. He has confronted challenges head-on, inspiring hope for a climate-resilient future, and a healthier planet, sometimes even at personal peril.Tune in to the latest episode of the 'What India Needs' podcast, where we delve into the environmental challenges and opportunities faced by India with Dr T.V. Ramachandra, scientist at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc).Segments:0:00- Introduction1:53- Bangalore: then vs now11:22- Lack of urban planning13:26- Cluster-based development16:45- Path to sustainable development18:13- Role of a citizen21:00- Benefits of forest area26:28- Climate-resilient governance29:04- Understanding consumption pattern34:13- Professional journey and initiatives 36:50- Benefits of scientific and technological data38:00- Health implications of pollutants43:51- Balancing sustainable growth with urban planning47:16- India’s initiatives 49:00- Bangalore’s sustainable model and its potential 54:30- The cost of speaking the truth59:30- Personal projects1:03:08- Holding decision-makers accountable1:07:33- It’s not west vs east 1:12:00- Green GDP1:13:00- Regions vulnerable to climate change1:16:30- Participation from citizens 1:18:00- Importance of literacy1:20:18- If there’s a will, there’s a way#IndustrialRevolution #SustainableGrowth #GreenEconomy #WhatIndiaNeedsSubscribe to our channel:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shutapapaulpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shutapa_paulSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NoQVp9pHGVtIt57LZv51j?si=971f6dba3f9c41c1To know more:Follow Shutapa Paul on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shutapapaul/Twitter/X: https://x.com/ShutapaPaulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shutapa?igsh=MWZ5cHB3aDg3b21jcQ==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shutapapaulpage/Follow