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Hans India
20 hours ago
- General
- Hans India
BBMP revs up with health camps, training for frontline workers
Bengaluru: BBMP has committed to conducting regular health camps, providing safety gear, and offering training and upskilling opportunities for its frontline workers to advance its inclusive, city-led climate action, following a pilot involving 75 of them. Snehal Rayamane, Zonal Commissioner (West), Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, said the pilot social dialogue—in which those most exposed to climate risks shared their lived realities—identified a few key issues, including the need for regular health check-ups. 'Recently, we had a dialogue with the chief commissioner of BBMP, where we discussed the issues identified by frontline workers and came up with solutions,' Rayamane told PTI on Tuesday. Social Dialogues held so far have brought to the surface ground-level challenges and helped co-create solutions to improve working conditions, service delivery, and resilience, she added. 'For instance, marshals and link workers demanded dedicated operational spaces in zonal and ward offices. So, we have decided to provide them with that,' she said. Other measures being guaranteed by BBMP include monthly meetings between frontline workers and zonal managers to promote open dialogue, and support for informal workers through entrepreneurship initiatives and capacity building, she added. 'Through this pilot, we have understood what their issues are and how to facilitate them so that we can improve their working conditions,' said Rayamane. BBMP is partnering with Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) and C40 cities—a global network of nearly 100 mayors of the world's leading cities united in action to confront the climate crisis—for its Inclusive Climate Action (ICA), she added. Rayamane said ICA is part of the Bengaluru Climate Action and Resilience Plan (BCAP). 'We have forest ecology and climate change cells, and they have come up with certain parameters under the C40 guidelines. Now, we are addressing these parameters one by one,' added Rayamane. According to the C40 cities website, in 2023, phase I of BBMP's ICA focused on Bulk Waste Generators, who produce nearly 40 per cent of the city's waste. 'These insights shaped Phase II in early 2024, which provided targeted training for 85 frontline workers, contractors, and officials. Phase III expanded across five zones, with over 530 personnel (289 men and 245 women) trained, reaching 8.5 million residents,' said the website. According to Rayamane, since 2024, over 530 frontline waste workers and senior officials across five zones have been trained. This is just the beginning, she added. 'If we do not involve the various stakeholders, there is no real change. We will slowly be holding these social dialogues with the public, NGOs, and resident welfare associations as well. All their suggestions and their action points will be taken into account,' said Rayamane.
News18
a day ago
- General
- News18
BBMP ramps up climate action with health camps, training for frontline workers
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Bengaluru, Jul 22 (PTI) BBMP has committed to conducting regular health camps, providing safety gear, and offering training and upskilling opportunities for its frontline workers to advance its inclusive, city-led climate action, following a pilot involving 75 of them. Snehal Rayamane, Zonal Commissioner (West), Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, said the pilot social dialogue—in which those most exposed to climate risks shared their lived realities—identified a few key issues, including the need for regular health check-ups. 'Recently, we had a dialogue with the chief commissioner of BBMP, where we discussed the issues identified by frontline workers and came up with solutions," Rayamane told PTI on Tuesday. Social Dialogues held so far have brought to the surface ground-level challenges and helped co-create solutions to improve working conditions, service delivery, and resilience, she added. 'For instance, marshals and link workers demanded dedicated operational spaces in zonal and ward offices. So, we have decided to provide them with that," she said. Other measures being guaranteed by BBMP include monthly meetings between frontline workers and zonal managers to promote open dialogue, and support for informal workers through entrepreneurship initiatives and capacity building, she added. 'Through this pilot, we have understood what their issues are and how to facilitate them so that we can improve their working conditions," said Rayamane. BBMP is partnering with Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) and C40 cities—a global network of nearly 100 mayors of the world's leading cities united in action to confront the climate crisis—for its Inclusive Climate Action (ICA), she added. Rayamane said ICA is part of the Bengaluru Climate Action and Resilience Plan (BCAP). 'We have forest ecology and climate change cells, and they have come up with certain parameters under the C40 guidelines. Now, we are addressing these parameters one by one," added Rayamane. According to the C40 cities website, in 2023, phase I of BBMP's ICA focused on Bulk Waste Generators, who produce nearly 40 per cent of the city's waste. 'These insights shaped Phase II in early 2024, which provided targeted training for 85 frontline workers, contractors, and officials. Phase III expanded across five zones, with over 530 personnel (289 men and 245 women) trained, reaching 8.5 million residents," said the website. According to Rayamane, since 2024, over 530 frontline waste workers and senior officials across five zones have been trained. This is just the beginning, she added. 'If we do not involve the various stakeholders, there is no real change. We will slowly be holding these social dialogues with the public, NGOs, and resident welfare associations as well. All their suggestions and their action points will be taken into account," said Rayamane. PTI JR SSK view comments First Published: July 22, 2025, 20:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Bangkok Post
11-07-2025
- Health
- Bangkok Post
Novo Nordisk Brings Cities for Better Health to Bangkok
Bangkok, July 11, 2025 — Following a visit to Copenhagen, Denmark, to collaborate on enhancing urban health, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and Novo Nordisk will launch the Cities for Better Health (CBH) programme in Bangkok in 2025. The BMA delegation, led by Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, was supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark and introduced to best practices in sustainable urban development, circular economy models, and health promotion through public-private partnerships. During the visit, the delegation explored Spor 10, a CBH programme site in central Copenhagen developed by Novo Nordisk. This innovative initiative has successfully transformed an underutilised area into a vibrant and healthy community space, featuring a basketball court, outdoor gym equipment, and other recreational zones that promote community engagement and safe, enjoyable physical activity. Spor 10 exemplifies the power of collaboration among the public and private sectors, civil society, and international organisations in fostering healthier urban communities. 'By learning from a pioneer in healthy urban development such as Spor 10 in Copenhagen, the BMA can replicate similar public-private partnerships for the benefit of Bangkok residents,' said Governor Chadchart. 'The CBH programme will empower our citizens to lead healthier lives and embrace more active lifestyles within their communities.' The delegation also met with representatives from Novo Nordisk, Denmark's Gladsaxe Municipality, and the C40 network. Discussions focused on the CBH programme and the development of community spaces that foster social interaction and promote active living, aligned with C40 initiatives such as the Green and Thriving Neighbourhoods programme. Governor Chadchart also highlighted the transformation of Benjakitti Park in Bangkok, where a former tobacco factory was converted into an expansive green public space. He expressed a strong interest in implementing the CBH model in the Thai capital. Implemented in more than 50 cities worldwide, the Cities for Better Health programme promotes healthy lifestyles and aims to prevent chronic diseases through a holistic and sustainable approach powered by cross-sector partnerships. With over 40% of Thais living with overweight or obesity—and approximately 57% of Bangkok adults affected—the need to 'bend the curve' on chronic diseases has never been more urgent. As part of efforts to address obesity in the capital, Novo Nordisk has been working closely with the BMA to implement CBH-related projects in 2025, with a strong focus on prevention and health equity. H.E. Mr Danny Anan, Danish Ambassador to Thailand, remarked, 'Copenhagen has been ranked the world's most liveable city in 2025. Denmark and Thailand share a common vision for healthy urban living. The collaboration between Novo Nordisk and Thai authorities such as the BMA reflects the strong and dynamic relations between our nations.' Ms Selina Christodoulakis, Director of Market Access and Public Affairs at Novo Nordisk Thailand, added, 'Novo Nordisk is proud to support health initiatives alongside our partners in Thailand. The CBH programme reflects our ongoing commitment to improving health outcomes and fostering sustainable practices in urban environments, where chronic diseases have the greatest impact. We look forward to working collaboratively to place Bangkok firmly on the CBH network map.'
Daily Mail
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Sadiq Khan will make 12,000-mile round trip to Brazil to host climate change conference - after Paris trip this week and jaunt to Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa in the summer
Eco warrior Sadiq Khan is set to make a 12,000-mile round trip to Brazil to host a climate change conference - and will total five international trips within a matter of months. The London mayor is set to make a trip to Rio in November for the 2025 C40 World Mayors Summit, due to take place at COP 30. He is co-chair of C40, a network of almost 100 city mayors from across the world trying to reduce global warming and halve emissions by 2030. Sir Sadiq has already made more than 20 foreign trips in the nine years that he's been mayor since 2016 - including a trip to Paris last week to meet other mayors from the group. He is also due to visit Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa this summer after announcing last December that he would become the first London Mayor to lead a trade delegation to Africa. The cost of the Brazil trip is being paid for by former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg's charity, Bloomberg Philanthropies, which also contributed funding to the eco organisation. But Thomas Turrell, environment spokesman for the City Hall Conservatives, criticised Sir Sadiq's jet-setting jollies. He said: 'Assembly business here in London will be delayed and clogged up as the mayor chooses his international soirees over the job Londoners elected him to do. 'The contempt this man has for the London Assembly, and for the voters who put him there, should be enough to make him think long and hard whilst he waits to land somewhere else overseas.' Mr Turrell pointed out Sir Sadiq hypocrisy as he 'lectures' the public, about the 'evils' of emissions while taking extravagant long-haul flights. And Tory assembly member Neil Garratt told The Standard: 'Nothing says climate leadership like burning thousands of gallons of jet fuel to give a speech about reducing emissions. Yet here in London, Khan's own climate change plan lies in tatters.' A spokesperson for the Mayor of London said: 'The Mayor will attend the C40 World Mayors Summit to lead critical conversations on the direct action that London and other major global cities can take to help tackle the climate crisis while creating millions of new green jobs. 'The Mayor reduces flights wherever possible, but as there's no reasonable alternative for this journey, the maximum amount of Sustainable Aviation fuel (SAF) will be contributed for his flight to reduce emissions. 'His travel and all other costs of attending the summit will be paid by C40 and not with taxpayers' money.' The globe-trotter has also visited India, Pakistan, the USA, Canada, and mainland Europe in his time as mayor. Last year he travelled to the Vatican to meet the late Pope Francis. Since February 2024, he has attended the opening of the Paris Olympics and visited New York - his fourth trip to the US as Mayor. Meanwhile his predecessor Boris Johnson made 37 international visits (34 by plane) over two terms. Last night the mayor jollied at the Serpentine Summer Party in Kensington Gardens, where he was joined by Mr Bloomberg and A-listers Kate Blanchet and Lily Allen. The move comes as City Hall and Bloomberg Philanthropies announced yesterday a £2.8million expansion of the Breathe London scheme of installing air quality monitors across the city to assess pollution levels. Sir Sadiq said: 'The C40 World Mayors Summit in Rio de Janeiro will be a defining moment for city-led climate leadership on the road to COP30. 'Cities are already delivering practical, urgent solutions to the climate crisis: cutting emissions, creating green jobs and improving the lives of our residents. 'In this pivotal year, I'm proud to convene a summit that will champion city leadership and send a clear message: that in the face of growing climate denial and delay, mayors are stepping up.' Mr Bloomberg, the UN special envoy on climate ambition, said: 'The C40 World Mayors Summit in Rio will spotlight the progress cities are making and help ensure their voices are heard at COP30.'
The Print
11-06-2025
- Business
- The Print
London's clean air gains should inspire bold global action, says Mayor Sadiq Khan
London declared a climate emergency in 2018, following a motion passed by its assembly. The city has since taken several steps to combat the impacts of climate change, including establishing a large clean air zone, he said. Replying to a questionnaire sent to him by PTI, Khan underlined the importance of shared responsibility between governments, businesses and communities to achieve climate goals. New Delhi, Jun 11 (PTI) Mayor Sadiq Khan, who is on a mission to make London net zero by 2030, has called on global leaders to draw inspiration from the city's efforts to improve air quality and said that he hopes that its clean air initiatives will encourage bold action on environmental challenges worldwide. 'I am committed to making London net zero by 2030 and have implemented an array of climate policies and initiatives to help get us there. However, reaching net zero needs to be a collective effort, and that is why I am working closely with the government, alongside local councils, businesses, and London's communities,' Khan told PTI. He said he also hopes that the results achieved in London will inspire leaders both in the UK and around the world to be bold in addressing environmental challenges in their cities, and to take strong action to improve air quality to protect their citizens and the environment. While London aims to be net zero by 2030, the UK hopes to cut greenhouse emissions to zero by 2050. According to the City Hall's 2021 Energy Monitoring Report, referable developments in London achieved carbon reductions 46.2 per cent higher than those required by national legal standards for new buildings. The Mayor's Energy Efficiency Fund, launched in 2018, has mobilised over 330 million pounds for net-zero projects. These include retrofitting buildings for energy efficiency, expanding electric vehicle infrastructure and developing local heat networks to decarbonise energy use. London's policies have been highlighted internationally, including through platforms such as the C40 Cities — a global network of mayors working to confront the climate crisis. Indian officials and urban planners, including those from Delhi, also a member of the C40 group, have participated in these forums to exchange urban strategies to tackle air pollution and climate change. London has taken significant steps to reduce pollution and address climate change, and some Indian cities are drawing inspiration from these examples. Multiple cities in Maharashtra, including Pimpri Chinchwad and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, are planning to introduce low emission zones — a concept implemented in London. The Delhi government has expanded its electric bus fleet as part of its broader clean transport push to cut emissions. According to the 2024 World Air Quality Report, Delhi is the world's most polluted capital city. Several Indian cities, including Delhi, face persistent air quality challenges, particularly in the winter months when particulate matter levels frequently exceed safe thresholds. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), vehicular emissions, construction dust, and biomass burning remain among the key contributors. As part of the newly signed UK-India Free Trade Agreement, British clean energy companies will have unprecedented access to India's public procurement market. This opens the door for UK firms to bid for large-scale renewable energy projects across India. According to a statement issued by the UK government, the agreement represents a key step toward greater commercial participation in India's energy transition, which targets 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030. The demand is expected to grow across sectors, including offshore wind, hydrogen, smart grids and battery storage. One of the most important interventions under Khan's tenure in London has been the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), which in August 2023 was extended to cover all 32 London boroughs. The zone now spans 1,500 square kilometres and impacts nearly 9 million residents. Transport decarbonisation remains a central component of the city's climate strategy. London currently hosts over 22,700 public electric vehicle charging points — nearly a third of the UK's total — including about 1,350 rapid or ultra-rapid chargers, based on data from the London Assembly and the Mayor's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy (2025). The city's bus fleet includes more than 1,400 battery electric buses and 20 hydrogen fuel cell buses. The wider fleet is largely compliant with ULEZ standards, according to Transport for London. Since 2017, the London Community Energy Fund has supported 194 community-led projects, leading to the installation of 3.3 MWp of solar photovoltaic capacity and an estimated lifetime savings of around 9,600 tonnes of CO2 equivalent, according to City Hall reports. The city aims to support up to 1,000 such projects by 2030 as part of its net-zero emissions roadmap. PTI ABU DIV DIV This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
