Sunita Narain

Event Description

Sunita Narain (born 1961) is a prominent Indian environmentalist and political activist who serves as the Director General of the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE). She is also the editor of the fortnightly magazine Down To Earth. She is a leading global voice for "climate justice," arguing that international climate agreements must be equitable and recognize the rights of the poor to development.

Summary

Narain was instrumental in the campaign that led to New Delhi's public transport switching to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to combat toxic smog. She recently discussed her upcoming book, Planet G, at the Anil Agarwal Dialogue in February 2026. The book explores the deepening climate crisis and global inequality.

Award Details

Padma Shri