About the Seminar
The World Human Rights Day observed globally on 10 December 2025 was commemorated by
the Human Rights Association, Bihar (Patna) in collaboration with the Department of
Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of Bihar at Aranya Bhavan, Patna.
The event was marked by an International Seminar on the theme:
“Everyday Essentials of Human Rights and Issues of Environmental Crises”
Chief Guest & Guest of Honour
- Chief Guest: Dr J. P. Lal – Chancellor, Central University of Jharkhand
- Guest of Honour: Shri P. K. Gupta, IFS – Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Bihar
Both dignitaries emphasized the strong relationship between human rights,
environmental sustainability and ecological justice.
Distinguished Participants
- Shri J. P. Jha – Sulabh International, Patna
- Prof. R. C. Sinha – Philosophical Association of India
- Prof. Sanjay Paswan – Former Union Minister
- Dr Hemant Kumar – Padma Shri awardee
- Dr Nigam Prakash Narain – Former HOD, PMCH
- Mr Mihir Thakur – NHRC Commissioner, Nepal
- Mrs Ranju Jha – MP, Nepal
- Shri Bharat Jyoti – Chairman, Biodiversity Board
- Dr Uma Shankar Prasad – Senior Advocate
- Mrs Munna Rani Prasad – Former Professor
- Dr Sunil Kumar Upadhyay
- Dr Jyotsana Prasad
- Smt Usha Jha – Mahila Udyog Samiti
- Shri Gyan Mohan – National Microcredit Federation
- Dr Shahzad – Principal, Law College Patna
- Dr Janardan Jee – Retd Director ICAR
- Dr Chandreshwar Khan – LRI Jamshedpur
- Shri P. K. Karn – AIC Bihar Vidyapeeth
- Prof. Nilesh Narain – Professor of Management
- Members of THRA Bihar
Major Addresses
Shri P. K. Gupta, IFS delivered an important address highlighting
climate change challenges, biodiversity imbalance, forest governance,
and environmental policy frameworks in the national and global context.
Shri A. M. Prasad, IRS (Retd.), President of Human Rights Association,
presented a critical analysis of terrorism as a serious violation of human rights
and a threat to peace and democracy.
Release of Souvenir
“The Human Rights Association Souvenir 2025” was released during the seminar.
Editor: Prof. Anil K. Prasad, Secretary, THRA Patna
The souvenir includes scholarly articles and discussions on human rights,
environmental ethics and social challenges.
Key Takeaways
- Environmental degradation directly affects basic human rights.
- Climate change must be addressed as a human rights issue.
- Biodiversity conservation is both an ethical and legal obligation.
- Access to clean air, water, sanitation and healthcare are essential human rights.
- Effective governance and environmental policies are crucial.
- Terrorism is a serious violation of human rights.
- International and regional cooperation is necessary.
- Civil society and academic institutions must promote awareness.
- Women empowerment and sustainable livelihoods are vital.
- Human rights education is essential for responsible citizenship.
Conclusion
The World Human Rights Day 2025 celebration at Aranya Bhavan, Patna,
served as an important platform for dialogue between policymakers,
academicians, activists and administrators.
The seminar reaffirmed the commitment of the Human Rights Association,
Bihar to promote dignity, justice, sustainability and peace.
Prepared by:
Dr Anil K Prasad
Secretary, The Human Rights Association Bihar, Patna
