People to turn off lights between 8.30 pm and 9.30 pm to observe Earth Hour 2011

In a bid to bring about a global awareness of environmental changes, the city will observe Earth Hour tomorrow. A global initiative by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the occasion will be observed at several places, including the international airport.


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Malls, apartments, banks and IT companies will switch off non-essential lighting from 8.30 pm to 9.30 pm. Besides, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) will switch off non-essential lighting for an hour at the airport in support of the initiative. Several billboards will be also put up at the premises to make passengers aware of the event.