Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Supriya Sahu, serving as the Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Tamil Nadu, received the prestigious UNEP Champions of the Earth 2025 Award for her groundbreaking climate leadership. Recognized in the Inspiration and Action category, she has led transformative initiatives across sustainable cooling, heat resilience, and ecosystem restoration. Her efforts have generated millions of green jobs, enhanced forest cover, and strengthened climate resilience for millions of people in Tamil Nadu. By integrating community participation with innovative environmental solutions, she has positioned the state as a global frontrunner in adaptation and climate governance. Her contributions illustrate the impact of bold, localized climate action on global sustainability.