<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><feed><author name="Pradeep Singhvi and Sumit Kaushik"><item><title>Towards Greener Elections: An Imperative for Environmental Responsibility in Indian Democracy</title><link>https://latest.thedailyguardian.com/opinion/towards-greener-elections-an-imperative-for-environmental-responsibility-in-indian-democracy/</link><pubDate>June 7, 2024, 3:20 am</pubDate><image>https://latest.thedailyguardian.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/rgfg.jpg</image><category>Opinion</category><excerpt>The Election Commission of India (ECI) voiced its concern over the environmental risks associated with the use of non-biodegradable materials in elections. It has been urging parties and candidates to avoid the use of plastic or polythene for the ...</excerpt></item></author></feed>