World Earth Day 2026 Special: 22 April is celebrated as Earth Day across the world. Meaning, it is not just a formal event but also a day to increase awareness and responsibility towards the earth. Earth Day gives us the message of conservation and balance of the earth.

Earth gave us water and life, but in modern times, environmental crisis has become a deep crisis not only for mankind but also for the earth. Therefore, especially at this time on World Earth Day, it becomes very important to understand the importance of the Earth.

We should learn the importance of the earth and its conservation from the ancient texts of Sanatan Dharma, Vedas and Puranas. Because thousands of years ago, the scriptures have taught us to respect and protect the Earth by considering it as ‘Mother’. From Atharva Veda to Vishnu Purana, the glory of the earth is described in many scriptures.

What is Atharva Veda (What is Atharva Veda)

Atharvaveda is the fourth and last Veda among the four Vedas of Hinduism, which is also called ‘Brahmaveda’ or ‘Bhaishajya Veda’. Sage Atharva and Rishi Angira are considered its creators. Atharvaveda contains about 6,000 mantras, 20 kandas and more than 730 suktas. This Veda is mainly considered to be a storehouse of practical knowledge related to daily life, medicine, herbs and society.

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Importance of Earth from Atharvaveda to Puranas

“Mata Bhoomi: Putroham Prithivya:“(Atharvaveda 12.1.12)

In ‘Prithvi Sukta’ of Atharvaveda, earth has been seen as the life-giving mother. This mantra of Atharveda shows the deep connection between man and earth. It is said in it that the Earth is our mother and we are her sons, that is, protecting it is our supreme duty.

“Samudravasane Devi Parvatastanamandale.
Vishnupatni namastubhyam padasparsham kshasva mein.”

This is a morning prayer dedicated to Mother Earth, in which the Earth is considered to be a goddess. Earth has been described as the ‘sustaining’ and ‘sustaining life’ power. In this prayer, the earth is considered a goddess and forgiveness is sought from her, which shows the deep respect for nature in Sanatan culture.

Religious verses based on earth- In our ancient texts, Prithvi (Earth) has been considered as mother, patience, protection and the basis of life, many beautiful verses related to which are found. Especially the Prithvi Sukta of Atharvaveda is quite famous. See here some important verses based on earth and nature-

• “Mother Bhoomi: Putroham Prithivya.” Atharva Veda (Prithvi Sukta)
• “Yasyan Samudra Ut Sindhurapo, Yasyamannam krishtayah sambabhuvuh.” Atharva Veda (Prithvi Sukta)
• “Vishvambhara Vasudhani Pratistha Hiranyavaksha Jagato Nishveshni.” Atharvaveda
• “Bhumirbhumna Dhritaloka Devi Tvam Vishnu Dhrita.” Vishnu Purana

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Maldives Sink: Earth Day is celebrated every year on 22 April. This is a day that reminds us of the responsibility towards our earth and its future crises, but this year’s message is more serious than ever. This is because a beautiful part of the earth is slowly reaching the verge of drowning in the sea water.

This is a terrible truth of the real effects of climate change, which is creating a crisis of life, culture and existence for generations to come. Maldives, which tourists from all over the world, are now struggling for their existence. This country is the lowest country in the world, the average height is just 1.5 meters. Out of its 1190 islands, 80% of islands are located at a height of less than 1 meter above sea level. According to the report of the World Meteorological Organization, the sea level from 1901 to 2018 has increased by 15–25 cm. This increase between 2013 and 2022 has been 4.62 mm per year – that is, now the sea is growing faster than before.

Many islands of Maldives will be submerged by 2050
Scientists estimate that by 2050 many islands in Maldives may be submerged. This is not just a geographical crisis but a sign of cultural and human disaster. A country, which is not a major threat to the environment itself, is now going to be the first victim of the world’s carbon activities.

Lakshadweep of India: The sea is getting caught
Like the neighboring Maldives, the Lakshadweep archipelago of India is now being ready to face a direct hit of climate change. According to a study conducted by IIT Kharagpur and Department of Science and Technology, the sea level is expected to rise in Lakshadweep at a rate of 0.4–0.9 mm per year.

It is not just a climate crisis, but also a humanitarian crisis
As the beaches are slipping back, thousands of people are on the verge of being homeless. Their property, employment, tradition and culture are all in a position to absorb the sea.