Alappuzha bishop calls for greater commitment to environmental protection, sustainable living in Christmas message

Key Highlights

• Emphasising the need for strict adherence to green protocols, Bishop Anaparambil, in his message, urged that celebrations and public events be conducted in an environmentally responsible manner.
• He called on people to make greater use of public transport such as buses and trains, and to walk or cycle whenever possible, especially while travelling to public places and places of worship.
• The bishop suggested marking occasions such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries and personal achievements by planting saplings, depending on the availability of space.
• He also called for the complete avoidance of plastic, thermocol and similar materials in decorative items used in churches, institutions and households.
• Highlighting the importance of collective responsibility, Bishop Anaparambil encouraged participation in nature conservation activities undertaken by the Church, the government and non-governmental organisations.