Ropar: Students for Development, Punjab, organised the Punjab Climate Conclave 2026 at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar, bringing together more than 280 students from over 50 campuses across Punjab to discuss key environmental challenges facing the state.
The one-day conclave provided a platform for students, experts, scientists and researchers to engage in discussions on Punjab’s pressing climate and environmental concerns, including soil degradation, water-related issues, urban challenges, floods, agriculture and other environmental problems.
Prominent Dignitaries Attend Climate Conclave
The event was attended by several distinguished guests, including ABVP National Vice-President Professor Mandar Bhanushe, IIT Ropar Director Professor Rajeev Ahuja, Rajya Sabha MP Satnam Singh Sandhu and former Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities, Iqbal Singh Lalpura.
Their participation brought together representatives from academia, public life and student organisations for discussions on environmental challenges and the need for collective efforts to address them.
Students Discuss Punjab’s Environmental Challenges
During the one-day event, experts, scientists and researchers interacted with students and exchanged views on several issues affecting Punjab. Discussions focused on soil, water resources, urban development, floods, agriculture and broader environmental concerns.
The conclave aimed to encourage students from different campuses to engage with these challenges and explore ways to translate discussions into meaningful action.
With participation from more than 50 campuses across Punjab, the event brought together students from diverse academic backgrounds to discuss environmental issues relevant to the state.
Declaration Adopted to Take Discussions Forward
At the conclusion of the conclave, a declaration was adopted to take the outcomes of the discussions forward. Under the declaration, Students for Development, Punjab, will organise various activities and campaigns over the next year.
These initiatives are intended to translate the ideas and outcomes of the conclave into action, keeping Punjab’s environmental challenges at the centre of student-led engagement.
The conclave concluded with a commitment to continue efforts over the coming year through activities and campaigns focused on the issues discussed during the event.