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Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Inaugurates BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week 2026 in Imphal
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🗓 06 Nov 2026, 09:33 AM
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Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand officially opened the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week 2026 in Imphal, marking the first such event in the state.
Imphal, Manipur – The Chief Minister of Manipur, Yumnam Khemchand, launched the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week 2026 on Thursday, signalling the state's commitment to green initiatives aligned with the broader BRICS agenda. The week-long program, organized in collaboration with the BRICS nations, will showcase sustainable practices in housing, energy, waste management and urban planning.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior officials from the state government, representatives of the BRICS secretariat and local business leaders. Khemchand highlighted Manipur's potential to become a model for eco‑friendly development in the Northeast, citing ongoing projects in renewable energy and community gardening.
Throughout the week, experts will conduct workshops, exhibitions and panel discussions aimed at sharing best practices among member countries. The event also seeks to engage students and civil‑society groups, encouraging grassroots participation in sustainability efforts.
State authorities have earmarked additional funding to support pilot projects that emerge from the week’s deliberations, with an eye on scaling successful models across the region. The BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week 2026 is expected to draw participants from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, fostering cross‑border collaboration on climate‑resilient solutions.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior officials from the state government, representatives of the BRICS secretariat and local business leaders. Khemchand highlighted Manipur's potential to become a model for eco‑friendly development in the Northeast, citing ongoing projects in renewable energy and community gardening.
Throughout the week, experts will conduct workshops, exhibitions and panel discussions aimed at sharing best practices among member countries. The event also seeks to engage students and civil‑society groups, encouraging grassroots participation in sustainability efforts.
State authorities have earmarked additional funding to support pilot projects that emerge from the week’s deliberations, with an eye on scaling successful models across the region. The BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week 2026 is expected to draw participants from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, fostering cross‑border collaboration on climate‑resilient solutions.