With a view to creating awareness amongs masses about exceptional biodiversity of the country, a "Science Express Biodiversity Special (SEBS) Train" started its journey from Safdarjung Railway Station here today.
Railway Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal, Environnment Minister Jayanthi Natarajan and Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit flagged off the train--a collaborative initiative of the Environment Ministry, Department of Science and Technology, the Indian Railways, the Vikram Sarabhai Community Science Centre and the Centre for Environment Education.
Speaking on the occasion, Natarajan said the train is a "magnificent example of synergy of efforts among different ministries".
She also announced the commitment of her Ministry to running the train in 2014 also. She said this will coincide with the final year of India's Presidency of the Conference of Parties on climate change and perform an important function of bringing biodiversity knowledge to the doorsteps of millions of people.
"We look forward to SEBS contributing significantly in our commitment to "Prakriti Rakshati Rakshtam"-- Nature protects if she is protected," the Minister said.
