A unique initiative, the Maharashtra government has kickstarted the Women4Climate programme that aims to bring Women in Mumbai together to combat https://exam.pscnotes.com/Climate-change”>Climate Change.
Under the programme, the State Government along with the C40 Cities Network will focus on bringing out Leadership qualities in women so that stage can be set for the next generation of climate leaders. Women will get a chance to develop and implement action to accelerate their climate projects, and develop strategies to achieve the overall target of Sustainable Development goals.
State Environment minister Aaditya Thackeray called on women to take part in this initiative and protect the environment from the effects of changing climate.
He further announced that 1,900 electric buses will be added to the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) fleet by 2023. At present, 386 electric buses are plying in the megacity.