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Uniting against climate change Erasing Poverty's Trace The Quest for Zero Hunger by 2030 Preserve the Gomti River

The specter of climate change looms large, casting its In a world where challenges loom so wide, In a world striving for change, a crucial goal arose – SDG-2, Originating in Sitapur, the Gomti River, once a pristine
shadow over humanity's future. Imperative it is for us to Poverty persists with an unyielding stride. Zero Hunger. This mission aimed to eradicate hunger by water source, undergoes a distressing transformation upon
rise and combat this global menace. Its effects are now 2030 and ensure food security for all. The vision? A life reaching Lucknow. The alarming change in water quality
palpable: intensified allergies, heightened health risks, and Millions in need, their struggles profound, where nourishing sustenance was within everyone's grasp. results from the rampant discharge of harmful chemicals
a surge in scorching days. These are the fingerprints of Basic necessities scarce, the solution's not found. The journey to achieve this dream was paved with by factories, rendering the water unsafe even for basic
climate change. It's more than economics, this battle we face, sustainable solutions. Over 15 years, undernourishment activities like bathing. The river's once-clear waters now
globally dwindled from 15% to 11%, yet over 790 million meander through a tangle of wild aquatic plants, obscuring
The culpable party? We, the architects of our environment. Social inclusion and fairness we embrace. its visibility. Our Gomti River, meant to be a symbol of
SDG-13, the Sustainable Development Goal, beckons us to Beyond just wealth, inequality's bind, people still yearned for reliable meals. The looming pride for Lucknow, has deteriorated drastically. The once-
rectify our actions, to salvage our world from this possibility of missing the Zero Hunger target by 2030 hung
impending crisis. Empowering the marginalized, we aim to remind. heavily. glistening surface has given way to a woeful state. The
Nations unite, strategies comprehensive they craft, The root cause extended beyond food availability. For water has turned so toxic that consumption is perilous.
The Arctic, a victim of warming temperatures, exemplifies regions that fell short of the Millennium Development Unfiltered sewage and refuse find their way directly into
climate change's undeniable impact. The impending Economic growth for all, their hearts steadfast. the Gomti, effectively converting it into a cesspool rather
disappearance of summer sea ice in the Arctic is a wake-up Education and healthcare, vital for all, Goals, hunger's grip tightened due to natural disasters, than a flowing river.
call. This crisis jeopardizes ecosystems, coastal Safety nets, employment, breaking poverty's thrall. political turbulence, and human-induced strife. The Food
communities, and even global weather patterns. Insecurity Experience Scale highlighted sub-Saharan Reviving the Gomti to its former splendour hinges on
Sustainability's key to break poverty's reign, Africa's battle, where over half the adults faced varying collective efforts. Responsibility doesn't solely rest with
SDG-13's realization hinges on a multifaceted approach. degrees of food insecurity. Southern Asia followed, with a leaders; every individual can shape Gomti's destiny. Simple
Emission reduction, renewable energy adoption, and Guarding the Earth from perpetual pain. quarter experiencing similar challenges. changes, such as refraining from excessive laundry in the
sustainable land practices are our tools. Individuals, too, Renewable energy, agriculture that's wise, Avantika Rai, VII B river and redirecting factory waste for preliminary
wield power. Simple lifestyle tweaks like energy Responsible choices, under sunlit skies. treatment, could eliminate toxic chemicals. To mitigate
conservation, public transport usage, and adopting a plant- Governments, businesses, people, hand in hand, Earth's Custodians pollution, strict prohibition of discarding plastic bags and
based diet can tilt the scales.
A joint effort to reclaim the land. Nature's domain, shared and unowned, other waste from bridges, coupled with fines, should be
Governments assume a pivotal role in this transformation. Abundant provisions for life, nature's tone. enforced. Even a small individual contribution can catalyze
Policy shifts and regulations advocating clean energy, Aid, investment, tech for those in need, Yet in pursuit of progress, heedless stride, significant change. Let us unite to safeguard the Gomti's
discouraging fossil fuels, and implementing carbon pricing Internal disparities addressed with due heed. Forests falter, emissions deride. legacy.
mechanisms are vital steps. First SDG beckons, a world without need,
Vaanya Awasthi, VII B
To sum up, climate change's effects are far-reaching, yet A future where everyone's hopes can succeed. Deforestation's lament, energy's glut,
solutions abound. SDG-13 necessitates swift collaboration Compassion, innovation, equity's might, Industrial haze, a world in a rut. Green Reverie
from governments, businesses, organizations, and Towards a world free of poverty's blight. CFCs unshackled, skies bear the stain,
individuals. By seizing this moment, we contribute to a Tomorrow's jeopardy if practices remain. In a big round globe, we all reside,
future that's sustainable and resilient, not just for us, but Together we strive for a just, sustainable home, With continents spreading far and wide.
For generations to come, wherever they roam.
for generations to come.
Global warming looms, a chilling refrain, Oceans so deep and mountains so tall,
Agraya Srivastava, VII A With hearts joined as one, let's declare our stand, Greenhouse gas grip tightens, causing strain.
The world's a place where we all stand tall.
A world of shared plenty, hand in hand. Rising air heats oceans and land,
Inspiration from a Seed Akshita Shukla, VII A Glacial retreat, climates shift like sand. Diverse cultures, colours, and ways,
Nature is the storehouse of all ideas and mother of all Different languages in a joyful maze.
inspirational resource. It has inspired poets, painters, Freshwater dwindles, saltwater seeps, From sunrise to sunset, day and night,
musicians and even scientists for centuries. Nature's Prayer Tides encroach, where life once keeps. The world's a stage, oh what a sight!
beauty and ingenuity that inspired distinguished people to Diseases arise, health's fragile wing, Animals roam and birds take flight,
create masterpieces is available to each one of us too. In A daily morning prayer makes our Malaria's whisper, dread shadows bring.
day and we feel so happy and
the course of a river, in the life cycle of a butterfly and In forests and jungles, they find their light.
even in a tiny seed, nature is full of inspiration. The birth of blessed for the entire day. God is the Biodiversity fades, silent nightfall, Pollution's a problem, we need to fight,
a plant is one such inspiring event. The root and shoot of supreme power, he showers his Species bid adieu, nature's call. To keep our world safe, that's only right.
blessings each hour. Even when I
germinal seed aided by natural forces bursts out from the don't know what to say, I can just Plants and creatures in temperature's sway, Let's join our hands, me and you,
seed coat and breaks through the hard ground to begin its Extinction's specter claims light of day.
life. Each time a tiny seedling pushes its way through the pray, 'Help me, God, I'm so sad. You To make the world clean, through and through.
soil, the inspiration nature sends us is that the roots of promise that whatever I am going For in this world, we play our part, with a caring heart.
through, you will be there. Thank
success are formed through hard work. Saanvi Mehrotra, VII B Arna Singh, VIII B
You for always loving me, even when

I am really sad. Thank you for this day, even though it's not
Saumya Singh, VIII A been the best day.
Saanvi Pandey, IV B
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