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Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy sounded an urgent alarm on the dangers of climate change, highlighting its potential to drive mass migration to cities such as Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad. Speaking at an event in Pune, Murthy warned that if swift action is not taken, many regions in India could become uninhabitable due to rising temperatures and extreme weather patterns, leading to significant challenges for urban areas already grappling with issues like traffic congestion and pollution.
He pointed out that countries like India and several African nations are particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. He cited predictions that within the next 20 to 25 years, some areas in India might no longer support human habitation. This alarming prospect underscores the urgency of developing proactive strategies to address climate change and its cascading effects.
“Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad already present significant challenges for their residents,” Murthy remarked, referring to the cities’ infrastructure issues. He stressed the need for collaborative efforts between the corporate sector, politicians, and bureaucrats to mitigate the risks of large-scale migration. “We in India, particularly the corporate sector, have to cooperate with politicians and bureaucrats and ensure that there is no mass migration. That is the challenge,” he stated.
Despite his warnings, Murthy expressed optimism about India’s ability to rise to the challenge. Acknowledging that Indians often act decisively when the situation becomes critical, he predicted significant progress by the year 2030. However, he emphasized the importance of addressing these issues with urgency rather than waiting until the last moment.
The event, which celebrated environmentalist Madhav Gadgil and entrepreneur Alok Kale, saw a gathering of notable figures, including Dr. Raghunath Mashelkar and industrialist Jamshyd Godrej. Murthy used the occasion to passionately urge the younger generation to adopt a sense of responsibility toward society and the environment.
“We must care for the underprivileged sections of society, or else we are no better than animals,” Murthy said. He further remarked, “Merely wrapping oneself in the national flag does not make one a true nationalist.” His words resonated as a call to action, encouraging individuals to combine patriotism with a genuine commitment to addressing pressing social and environmental issues. As India continues to develop, the challenge lies in ensuring that growth does not come at the expense of environmental sustainability or social equity.
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