'Lights Off': How India and other countries across the globe marked Earth Hour

Earth Hour, orchestrated by the World Wildlife Fund, is a global initiative urging individuals, communities, and businesses to dedicate an hour to Earth annually. This year, it took place on Saturday, March 23rd, from 8:30 to 9:30 pm. Here's a glimpse into how nations worldwide observed this significant event. (AFP photo)

The India Gate war memorial is depicted both illuminated and darkened as part of the Earth Hour environmental campaign observance in New Delhi. (AFP photos)

The images depict the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) railway station, a UNESCO World Heritage site, captured both illuminated and with lights switched off (bottom) to commemorate the Earth Hour environmental initiative in Mumbai (AFP photos)

The Sydney Opera House, before (Above) and after the lights were switched off to mark Earth Hour in Sydney, Australia. (Reuters photo)

During the Earth Hour environmental campaign in Yogyakarta, the Prambanan Temple, recognized as one of Southeast Asia's largest Hindu temples and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is captured with its lights turned off. (AFP photos)

These images depict Tokyo Tower, shining brightly with illumination (top), and dimmed with lights turned off (bottom), symbolizing Tokyo's participation in the Earth Hour campaign. (AFP photo)

The iconic building Taipei 101 switches off its lights to observe the Earth Hour environmental campaign in Taipei. (AFP photos)

The Grand Palace is seen with lights on before (above) and after observing Earth Hour in Bangkok, Thailand (Reuters photo)