Bengaluru hosts first completely plastic-free climate action walk and run
Bengaluru hosted its first completely plastic-free Climate Action Walk and Run to promote sustainable living and environmental awareness. The event replaced traditional waste-heavy items with biodegradable alternatives and saplings.
Why it matters
It demonstrates a growing trend in urban centers to host large-scale public events that prioritize environmental sustainability and waste reduction.
More than 1,000 people participated in Bengaluru’s first completely plastic-free Climate Action Walk & Run 2026 on Sunday, with organisers showcasing how large public events can be conducted without single-use plastic while promoting climate action and sustainable living.
The event, organised to mark World Environment Day in line with the United Nations Environment Programme’s global campaign, was jointly hosted by Hasirotsava Forum, Suraksha Enviro Solutions and the Karnataka Jesuit Province Environmental Commission.
Addressing participants, Vijayalakshmi, Senior Environmental Officer, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board, said tackling climate change requires active public participation alongside government initiatives.
She called for reducing plastic consumption, adopting scientific waste management practices and embracing environmentally responsible lifestyles.
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