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Eco India - The Environment Magazine

October 13, 2022

Growing numbers of people in regions affected by climate change are heading to cities, which are increasingly overcrowded. Eco India looks at ways to tackle problems caused by overpopulation in urban areas.

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Eco India is a show dedicated to the amazing Indian subcontinent. It covers compelling themes in Asia and Europe: environment, sustainability, technology and social issues.

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