Dia Mirza Champions Sustainability on World Environment Day 2024

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JUNE 05,2024

Dia Mirza, the renowned actress and environmental activist, continues to be a vocal advocate for environmental protection and wildlife conservation. On World Environment Day 2024, Mirza shed light on various aspects of sustainability, from personal choices to industry practices.

Dia Mirza talks about finding greenery amidst the concrete jungle in Mumbai

Mirza, who hails from Hyderabad, revealed a heartwarming reason behind choosing her current home in Mumbai. "The first time I went house hunting in Bandra, I was brought to this building, where we're sitting right now in this home. I was all of 20, and I walked around the building and saw this beautiful lush garden with big trees and the whole apartment, which is surrounded by a big dense green cover and tall old trees, and I'm from Hyderabad.'

'So I was like, 'This is amazing'. I'll be able to look out for greenery, and one day hopefully my kids will play here. This is my sanctuary, and this is where we live and spend so much of our time, and the children go to the garden every day. Avyaan definitely does. We watch birds together, walk in the soil and grass, and grow plants. It's everything I ever hoped for." This personal connection highlights the importance of preserving green spaces within urban environments.

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Mirza talks about revolutionising industry practices towards sustainability

Beyond her personal life, Mirza, who is also a producer, addressed the issue of environmental responsibility within the film industry. She acknowledged the positive shift towards sustainable practices: "Many production houses are taking commendable steps, eliminating single-use plastics, minimising paper usage, and managing waste effectively."

While applauding these collaborative efforts, Mirza emphasised individual accountability within productions. "Producers should ensure minimal food waste and proper scientific disposal of all generated waste," she stated. This underlines the crucial role of individual consciousness in achieving collective environmental goals.

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Mirza's call for responsible filmmaking

Mirza specifically addressed practices during outdoor shoots. "Keeping pristine locations clean is paramount," she stressed. "It's our duty to minimise pollution and ensure responsible waste management." This serves as a reminder for the film industry to adopt eco-friendly practices in all aspects of filmmaking.

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Dia Mirza offered a practical solution: "Film sets functioned efficiently 25 years ago without excessive plastic usage. We can learn from that era and implement reusable alternatives like water dispensers and cutlery." This suggestion advocates for a return to simpler practices that prioritise sustainability over convenience.

Dia Mirza's message on World Environment Day 2024 serves as a powerful reminder that building a sustainable future requires a multi-pronged approach. From personal choices to industry-wide practices, collective action and a shift towards responsible living are key to protecting our planet.