NEW DELHI/CHANDIGARH, FEB 5: Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal has appealed to the central government to declare environmental studies a mandatory part of the national school curriculum. Speaking in Parliament, the Rajya Sabha MP stated that creating a strong force of nature-conscious citizens is essential for the long-term protection of the planet.
The proposal moves beyond theoretical learning, with Seechewal suggesting that students should engage in practical lessons such as caring for plants and managing waste. He mentioned that these habits, when formed early, transform children into the society’s greatest strength against ecological degradation.
“Teaching children from an early age to love, respect, and protect nature will help them grow into responsible citizens,” Seechewal said. He noted that the current climate crisis, characterized by tsunamis and severe droughts, is a direct result of human actions that ignore traditional wisdom regarding harmony with nature.
The environmentalist pointed out that all religions advocate for a respectful relationship with the earth. He mentioned that while air and water are invaluable gifts, they are being compromised by human greed, leading to a precarious future for the next generation.
“In the silence of prayer, one finds the strength to face life’s challenges with a calm mind,” he said during his address, connecting spiritual duty to environmental stewardship. He noted that the government must act now to ensure that the principle of living in harmony with nature is restored through the education system.
