Dr Jitendra addresses UN Conference, pushes for ‘global ocean pact

India called for urgent global action on ocean health at the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, with Union Minister of Earth Sciences (Independent Charge), Dr. Jitendra Singh pushing for "global ocean pact" and unveiling major strides in deep-sea exploration, marine plastic clean-up, and sustainable fisheries.

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Representing India, Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted progress on the Deep Ocean Mission's upcoming manned submersible, a nationwide single-use plastic ban, and over $80 billion worth of Blue Economy projects. India also backed the swift ratification of the BBNJ Agreement, advocated for a legally binding Global Plastics Treaty, and launched the 'SAHAV' digital ocean data portal, underscoring its growing leadership in global marine governance.

Addressing the conference, which is co-hosted by France and Costa Rica under the theme "Accelerating Action and Mobilizing All Actors to Conserve and Sustainably Use the Ocean," Dr. Jitendra Singh reaffirmed India's commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water. He outlined how India's initiatives are aimed at reversing ocean degradation through science, innovation, and inclusive partnerships.