Ahead of a meeting with environment ministers of BASIC countries, the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh, today said growth is important for the people but should take place in a way which does not harm the environment.
“Economic growth is essential for the people, but we cannot allow growth to be pursued in a manner which damages our environment,” the Prime Minister said on Twitter, according to the PMO.
Environment Ministers of BASIC countries — Brazil, South Africa, India and China — are calling upon the Prime Minister today.