Climate change posing serious challenges to Himachal Pradesh, says CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Why in news

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu highlighted climate change impacts on the state and announced plans for green energy and medicinal plant cultivation.

Background

CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu cited the 2023 disaster in Himachal Pradesh which destroyed over 23,000 houses. The state plans to establish a Green Hydrogen plant and provide subsidies for taxi conversions to electric vehicles.

Facts for Prelims

• FactOver 23,000 houses were destroyed in Himachal Pradesh during the 2023 floods and landslides.
• PlaceHimachal Pradesh is pursuing a green energy leadership goal through solar power and Green Hydrogen.
• FactThe state government is collaborating with Dabur India Limited and Karan Singh Vaidh for medicinal plant cultivation.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the vulnerability of Himalayan states to climate-induced disasters and evaluate the role of green energy transitions in building regional climate resilience.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Infrastructure fragility: High susceptibility of hilly terrains to landslides and floods during extreme weather events
• Economic transition: Balancing rapid EV adoption with the logistical challenges of mountainous terrain
• Biodiversity conservation: Integrating private-sector collaboration for medicinal plant cultivation and conservation

Keywords: Climate Resilience · Green Hydrogen · Disaster Mitigation · Sustainable Energy Transition · Medicinal Plant Conservation

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