Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, Mar 10: A day-long awareness programme on water conservation was held at the University of Kashmir today as part of a national mission on the conservation of water resources in the Himalayan region.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Nilofer Khan chaired the inaugural session of the programme, organised by the JK Chapter of Himalayan Knowledge Network, an initiative coordinated by G.B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment, Uttarakhand, with the support from National Mission on Himalayan Studies, under the aegis of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India.
On the occasion, the HKN awarded Manzoor Ahmad Wangnoo, Chairman, Nigeen Lake Conservation Organisation (NLCO) for its success story and best practice concerning the conservation of Nigeen lake in Srinagar. Another similar award, based on entries that were evaluated by a high-level committee, was announced for Neelima Shah, IFS, Deputy Forest Officer Nowshera, for sustainable use of forest products.
In her presidential remarks, Prof Nilofer said that national missions like ‘Mission LiFe’ enable the University to get connected with the community on environment conservation and understand its needs and requirements.
Stating that youth have a strong power to get connected with society and lead environment conservation campaigns with great impact, the Vice-Chancellor said Universities have a role beyond academics and research to raise awareness on pressing issues like water conservation. She complimented the Department of Botany and JK Chapter of HKN for organising the programme.
Manzoor Wangnoo also shared his experiences related to Nigeen lake conservation under ‘Mission Ehsaas’.
Earlier, the Head of the Department of Botany Prof Z A Kaloo delivered the welcome address and gave a brief introduction about ‘Mission LiFE’.
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