GHMC urges residents to switch off lights for Earth Hour on March 28

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) on Friday, March 27, urged citizens to participate in Earth Hour 2026 by switching off all non-essential lights between 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday, March 28, as part of the global initiative to promote environmental sustainability.

Observed under the theme #GiveAnHourForEarth, the annual event calls on individuals, institutions and organisations to take symbolic collective action against climate change and for the conservation of natural resources.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan appealed to residents to join the cause. “Every small action counts. By dedicating just one hour to the planet, we can inspire meaningful change and contribute towards a sustainable future,” he said.

The civic body said it has been actively promoting eco-friendly initiatives across the city, including expansion of green cover, improved urban biodiversity and sustainable waste management, as part of efforts to build a climate-resilient Hyderabad.