GURUDEV UNFILTERED — AN EXCLUSIVE CONVERSATIONFrom protecting the Himalayas to India’s global ambitions, Gurudev opens up on some of the biggest questions shaping the environment, society and the next generation.In this candid conversation, Gurudev speaks about the urgent need for greater responsibility towards the Himalayan ecosystem, arguing that environmental awareness remains inadequate despite growing knowledge about climate change and global warming. He examines the gap between knowing about environmental problems and actually acting on them.Gurudev also addresses the controversy surrounding the 2016 World Culture Festival on the Yamuna floodplains, firmly defending the event and saying, “We did nothing wrong,” while arguing that the land was not damaged and that “we didn’t even dig one foot into the ground.”The conversation then turns to India’s self-reliance, from Make in India and manufacturing to the semiconductor push. Gurudev explains why he believes the more self-reliant India becomes, the more the world respects it.He also speaks about PM Modi’s attempt to connect with Gen Z, the widening generational gap and the mindset of young Indians — describing Gen Z as resilient, but increasingly drawn towards quick fixes. n18oc_india n18oc_the_right_perspective CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴Watch News18 LIVE 24×7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App – https://onelink.to/desc-youtube