New Delhi. In an interaction with the Indian Forest Service probationers of the 2022-24 batch at Parliament House on Monday, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the critical role of discipline and decorum in the growth and prosperity of any country or system. He highlighted that compromising on these values could severely impact the functioning of institutions.

As the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Dhankhar stated, "I am working tirelessly to ensure that the temple of democracy, in the largest democracy, maintains decorum and discipline." Calling for a zero-tolerance approach towards any lack of decorum, he emphasized that embracing this principle can lead to dramatic positive changes.

Speaking passionately about the harmonious coexistence between man and his environment, the Vice President urged the young officers to dedicate themselves to striking a judicious balance between development and the conservation of Mother Nature. He also called for sensitivity while engaging with forest dwelling communities and urged the probationers to initiate a Jan Andolan (people's movement) to raise awareness about the importance of nature conservation.

Highlighting the significance of Fundamental Duties, Vice President Dhankhar stressed that following these duties requires only intent and can have a revolutionary impact without requiring significant investments or physical effort.

The event was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Shri Sunil Kumar Gupta, Secretary to the Vice-President of India; Shri Ranjit Punhani, Secretary, Rajya Sabha; Smt. Leena Nandan, Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change; Smt. Vandana Kumar, Additional Secretary, Rajya Sabha, and Shri Bharat Jyoti, Director, Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy.