Nitish to begin Bihar tour against climate change

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will begin his statewide 'Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Yatra' against climate change from December 3, officials said on Monday.

Emphasising the importance of water conservation and afforestation, the chief minister will undertake the four-day first phase of the tour in the northwestern districts of the state, they said.

"Kumar will commence the 'yatra' from Bagha in West Champaran district and after traversing East Champaran and Siwan districts, he will conclude the first phase of the tour at Gopalganj district," a senior official said.

The chief minister will speak in public meetings on climate change, launch projects under his 'Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Abhiyan', inspect ponds and waste management units and hold talks with officials concerned, he said.

The entire 'yatra', during which the chief minister will traverse the length and breadth of the state, is expected to conclude by January 19, following which a human chain would be formed, the official said.