He also said that the idea and vision to celebrate the day 15 years ago  has become a global movement, with bamboo-based industries  flourishing across continents and governments recognizing its value in green economies.

This year’s theme, “Developing bamboo value chain with SDG goals” could not be more fitting, Kamesh said, adding that one could see bamboo becoming a fundamental part of construction, housing, agriculture, and even textiles.

He also spoke on how countries are incorporating bamboo into their national policies and development frameworks as a means to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

Kamesh further said that the event celebrates a solution to the pressing challenges we face from deforestation and soil erosion to the urgent need for renewable resources and eco-friendly materials.
“But as we celebrate, we must also challenge ourselves to look to the future. How can we continue to innovate with bamboo? How can we make sure that this incredible resource is available for future generations? How can we bring bamboo to the forefront of the green revolution?”, he said.

Stating that they are witnessing a global bamboo renaissance from Thailand to Africa, from Latin America to Europe and across Asia, he encouraged everyone to take today as an opportunity to learn, to collaborate, and to commit to harnessing the power of bamboo for a sustainable future.

Lastly, he called for joining hands to make the United Nations (UN) declare World Bamboo day in UN recognition as an International Day on bamboo.

The event, to be held till September 21, was also attended by Michel Abadie, president, World Bamboo Organisation