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A call from the mountains: Will we save our glaciers in time?

Mar 21, 2025 3 mins read
A call from the mountains:  Will we save our glaciers in time?

The mountains are calling—but this time, their message is a distress signal, as we mark the first-ever World Glacier Day alongside World Water Day under the theme of “Glacier Preservation”. Glaciers are not just beautiful ice masses; they are the lifeblood of our rivers, ecosystems, and communities.

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