Chhattisgarh Governor Ramen Deka on Wednesday stressed the importance of collective efforts to combat climate change and environmental pollution. "Everyone will have to make efforts to save energy. Avoid wasting electricity and its unnecessary use. Minimize the use of plastic water bottles to prevent plastic pollution, and ensure that you keep your surroundings clean," he said. The Governor said this while chairing an orientation meeting with officials and employees at Raj Bhavan. At the meeting, he encouraged participation in the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" mega tree-plantation campaign, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Deka also called for increased activities by the Red Cross, particularly in tribal areas, to improve the health care services for women. He inquired about the progress of the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan in Chhattisgarh. "More efforts will have to be made to promote organic farming in the state. The work going on in the aspiring districts of the state should be monitored regularly", he added. The Governor also directed universities in the state to expedite recruitment for vacant positions to ensure quality education for students. He also highlighted the need for digitization, including the creation of a digital library within the office. He urged everyone to remain vigilant against cyber crimes and to raise awareness about them. After learning about a courageous girl who saved her fathers life from Naxalites in Narayanpur district, as reported in newspapers, the Governor instructed that she be invited to Raj Bhavan and honoured for her bravery. Governors Secretary Yashwant Kumar, Deputy Secretary Hina Animesh Netam, Legal Advisor Bhishma Prasad Pandey and other officers and employees of Raj Bhavan were present at the meeting.

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