Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU/SRINAGAR, June 5: Different organizations here today celebrated World Environment Day and organized different programmes to safeguard the environment.
National Conference president and MP, Dr. Farooq Abdullah and vice president, Omar Abdullah in their message on World Environment Day said, Nation’s progress must not be at the cost of environment.
The duo said that reckless human activities in the form of deforestation, water and air pollution and overuse of natural resources has imperiled natural balance in the global environment and J&K has also not escaped the global pattern triggering extinction of various species by the wanton adulteration of our lakes and springs with plastic and other adulterants.
Shri Ranbir Campus of Central Sanskrit University celebrated Environment Day under The Mission Life campaign initiated by the Government of India to adopt environment-friendly lifestyle. The oath taking ceremony was organized under the chairmanship of Dr. Kailash Chandra Dash, Acting Director of the campus who appealed all the students and teachers to maintain a green and healthy environment for the betterment of coming generations.
World Environment Day was celebrated at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) Katra, in collaboration with J&K Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC). Vice Chancellor SMVDU, Prof. R.K Sinha along with Sat Paul Pakhru, Regional Director JKPCC, Nagendra Singh Jamwal, Registrar SMVDU and others planted saplings in the campus of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University.
On World Environment Day, students, faculties and non-academic staff of Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Northern Regional Campus, Jammu took the pledge on Mission Lifestyle for Environment. School of Social Sciences, Cluster University of Jammu celebrated World Environment Day by conducting plantation drive in the premises of School of Social Sciences. Dean School of Social Sciences, Cluster University of Jammu, Dr. Vishal Sharma shared the significance of the day with students and faculty of the School.
Central University of Jammu (CUJ) celebrated World Environment Day wherein Vice Chancellor CUJ, Prof. Sanjeev Jain, reiterated the importance of seven themes of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment): Save Water, Save Energy, Reduce Waste, Adopt sustainable food systems, Reduce E-waste, Adopt healthy lifestyles and say no to single-use plastic and called for adopting Lifestyle for Environment.
On World Environment Day, NSS volunteers of Campus Unit-VI with the association of Office of the Coordinator NSS, University of Jammu along with more than 100 participants from various departments of Jammu University and primarily from Department of Physical Education constituting Unit IV organized the Green Program of celebrating World Environment Day under the mentorship of Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor and Chairman NSS, University of Jammu.
A poster-making and slogan-writing competition was organized on the theme ‘Go Green, Breathe Clean’ by The Law School, University of Jammu, on World Environment Day. Dr. Monika Bhardwaj, the Coordinator and Dr. Shubha Vats, the teacher incharge of the event, formally opened the event.
World Environmental Day was celebrated at Bahu Fort in collaboration with Department of Environment and Remote Sensing of Jammu University. Prof. Piyush Malvia, Dr. Deepika Slathia and others delivered lectures on the importance of celebrating World Environmental Day.
World Environment Day was celebrated with full enthusiasm on the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’ in Reasi Campus of JU by organizing lectures, awareness rally and cleanliness drive at Reasi Bus Stand and main market. Prof. S.K Pandey, Director, Reasi Campus was keynote speaker who delivered an exhaustive talk on environmental pollution due to hazardous wastes.
World Environment Day was jointly celebrated by the Environmental Sciences, Centre for Biodiversity Studies, Department of Mathematical Sciences and NSS Wing of BGSB University, Rajouri. The Day was observed to raise awareness on hazards of using plastic.
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Poonch under the Directorate of Extension, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu celebrated World Environment Day on theme ‘Solution to plastic pollution’.
Krishi Vigyan Kendra Reasi of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Jammu celebrated World Environment Day. Large number of farmers of the area participated in the programme. Sr. Scientist & Head of KVK, Reasi, Dr. Banarsi Lal talked on environmental issues and gave a detailed view of plastic pollution.
To celebrate World Environment Day, faculty of SCERT-J&K Divisional Office Jammu took pledge with the commitment to save and protect environment under the mentorship of Prof. Parikshat Singh Manhas, Director SCERT-J&K.
The Institution of Engineers (India), Jammu Centre celebrated World Environment Day with theme ‘Solutions to Plastic Pollution’.
Similarly, Jammu & Kashmir State Centre of Institution of Engineers (India) celebrated World Environment Day by organizing seminar on the theme ‘Solutions to Plastic Pollution’ at the IEI Auditorium, Church Lane, Sonwarbagh, Srinagar.
NSS Unit and Nature Club of Government College of Education Jammu in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change organized an awareness workshop on Sustainable Practices and Mission LiFE through online mode.
Ajay Tanwar, Consultant, MGNCRE, Ministry of Education was the resource person of the workshop. Prof Aekta Gupta, Principal of the College, in her address, shed light on the LiFE Mission, an initiative spearheaded by the Government of India, emphasizing the significance of energy conservation, reduction in single-use plastics, tree plantation drives and the creation of micro-environments.
Ajay Tanwar’s insightful presentation motivated students to adopt eco-friendly behaviors as integral components of their lives. He highlighted the importance of embracing natural lifestyles as a key strategy for environmental preservation. He also provided a comprehensive overview of the objectives and significance of World Environment Day.
Dr Shubhra Jamwal, NSS PO encouraged the volunteers to adopt sustainable practices for environmental friendly lifestyle. Dr Shalini Sharma, Convener, Nature Club appreciated the team for organising such informative events which spread awareness about sustainable development and environment. Prof Sarita Dogra, Prof Seema Kumari, Prof Shapia Shameem, Prof Neeraj Verma and 40 volunteers participated in the event. Later, a compast unit was installed in the college.
Environmental Club, in collaboration with NSS unit of K.C College of Education celebrated World Environment Day by organizing an awareness campaign. Based on this year’s theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’, an activity was initiated where the club members and NSS volunteers made paper and cloth bags.
Tree plantation drive was organized by NSS Unit of Dogra Degree College in collaboration with Eco Warriors Club of the College on World Environment Day.
NSS Units, Eco Club and Department of Environmental Sciences of SPMR College of Commerce organized valedictory function of Special Summer Camp to celebrate Environment Week. The weeklong programs were organized under the ambit of G20 presidency and Mission LiFE. Dr. Surinder Kumar, Principal of the College gave an overview of the environment deterioration due to anthropogenic activities.
The Eco Club and NSS Unit of the Maulana Azad Memorial College, Jammu, celebrated World Environment Day under the banner of ‘Mission Life: Lifestyle for Environment.’ The College organized various activities to raise awareness about environmental conservation. In collaboration with CISF in Jammu, a plantation drive was organized emphasizing on the importance of afforestation in preserving the environment.
The NSS Units of GCW Parade Ground, Jammu in collaboration with Eco Club, Science Club and Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan organized a weeklong awareness programme on Mission LIFE which culminated today on World Environment Day under the supervision of Principal of the College Dr. S.P Sarswat.
The Department of Environmental Sciences and Dhara Eco Club of GGM Science College celebrated World Environment Day. A series of events were conducted under the patronage of Principal, Prof. Rajesh Kumar Gupta and supervision of Prof. Preeti Dogra, Head Department of Environmental Sciences and Convener Eco Club.
To celebrate World Environment Day, Padma Shri Padma Sachdev Government College for Women Gandhinagar organized programme ‘Wonders out of Waste’.
Department of Environmental Sciences GDC Sidhra celebrated World Environment Day under Mission LIFE. The students organized awareness campaign on ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’.
Environmental Club of Sai Shyam College of Education celebrated Environmental Day by planting trees in and around the College Campus.
On World Environment Day, Eco Club of Pt. Prem Nath Dogra Govt Degree College Samba launched a plantation drive in collaboration with Cadila Pharma. In total, 30 Ashoka Tree saplings were planted in the college campus to serve the dual purpose of environment protection and campus- beautification. Prof. (Dr.) Twinkle Suri, Principal of the institution exhorted that the day inspires us to act locally and think globally, fostering a sense of responsibility for our planet.
On ‘World Environment Day’, Govt. Degree College Kathua organizes one day workshop on ‘Plastics and Climate Change’ and 80 participants got themselves registered for the workshop in which the students elaborately expressed their views on the toxic effects of plastics on the air, water and soil.
NSS Units of GDC Kathua celebrated World Environment Day under Mission LIFE and organized plantation drive and save environment pledge ceremony.
Government Degree College for Women Kathua celebrated ‘World Environmental Day’ under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Savi Behl, Principal of the College. Students, teaching and non-teaching staff present on the occasion took ‘Lifestyle for Environment Pledge’ to adopt environment friendly habits.
GDC Bishnah celebrated World Environment Day by organizing awareness rally, awareness lecture and symposium on ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’.
GDC Vijaypur celebrated World Environment Day under the flagship banner of Mission-LiFE and G20 Presidency. Prof. Poonam Kundan, Convener Eco-Club and Head, Department of Environmental Sciences briefed the students about the importance of this day.
NSS unit of Govt. Degree College Jourian organized a slogan writing and reel making event on the occasion of World Environment Day.
NSS Unit, Department of Botany and EBSB Club of Govt. Degree College, R.S Pura organized a ‘Pledge Ceremony’ to celebrate World Environment Day under the patronage of Principal, Prof. Rajni Bhagat.
Government Degree College, Ramgarh, organized ‘Pledge Ceremony’ on Environment Day under the aegis of ‘Mission Life’ as a part of series of activities organized by NSS Unit ‘Prabha’, Eco Club of the College in collaboration with G20 Cell of the College.
Department of Environmental Sciences of Govt. Degree College Purmandal organized different activities to spread awareness regarding environmental conservation on the occasion of ‘World Environment Day’.
The NSS Unit, Eco Club and Physical Education Department of GDC Marheen celebrated Environment Day by organizing series of activities under the supervision of Pardeep (PTI) and Dr. Sonika (NSS, PO).
GDC Neeli Nallah Udhampur celebrated ‘World Environment Day’ and organized poster making and slogan writing competition on the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’.
Department of Botany, Zoology in collaboration with NSS Unit and IQAC, GDC Kilhotran celebrated World Environment Day under the supervision of Principal GDC Kilhotran, Dr. Javid Iqbal. The program was organized on the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’.
Department of Environmental Science, in collaboration with NSS units and Eco-Club of Govt PG College Rajouri celebrated World Environment Day wherein a pledge to protect natural environment was taken.
Government Degree College Nowshera celebrated World Environment Day under the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’. The chief guest was Vivek Verma, Conservator of Forest West Circle, Rajouri. A plantation drive was organized in the College premises under the supervision of Principal of the College, Dr. K.K Sharma.
To celebrate World Environment Day, the NSS Unit of GDC Darhal organized a symposium based on the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’. The event was organized under the guidance of Prof. Mussaraf Hussain Shah, Principal of the College.
Shaheed Ghanisham Govt. Degree College Doongi, Rajouri organized a Speech Competition to commemorate World Environment Day. On this occasion Prof. (Dr.) Jaipal Singh, Principal of the College, emphasized on the importance of preserving the environment for future generations.
NSS Unit of GDC Surankote celebrated ‘World Environment Day’ concluding the five-day international workshop on Environment Protection. Prof. (Dr.) Rani Mughal, Principal of GDC Surankote presided over the event.
World Environment Day was celebrated at GDC Dudu Basantgarh under the theme of this year ‘Solutions to Plastic Pollution’. Dr. P.P Singh, HOD Urdu Department spoke in detail about World Environment Day.
On World Environment Day, NSS unit of Government Degree College Dharmari under the supervision of Nodal Officer Prof. Baldev Singh (NSS) organized a one day workshop on ‘Plastic Waste Management’. Proceedings of the workshop were conducted under the supervision of Principal GDC Dharmari, Dr. Preetpal Kour, who said that the workshop was aimed to create awareness and educate participants on the challenges posed by plastic wastes and explore effective strategies.
GDC Mahanpur celebrated World Environment Day and organized a series of programmes on the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’
The NSS unit of Govt. College of Engineering & Technology, Jammu organized series of events in order to celebrated ‘World Environment Day’. The events were held under the patronage of College Principal Prof. (Dr.) Sameru Sharma. In her address, she said that World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June 5 to create awareness and to encourage efforts to protect the environment.
On World Environment Day, NSS Unit of Government Polytechnic College Jammu organized a plantation drive in the College premises under the guidance of Principal, Arun Bangotra.
On World Environment Day Government Polytechnic College Reasi in collaboration with Social Forestry Range Reasi Division Udhampur organized a plantation drive.
Youth Hostels Association of India Srinagar Unit-1 organised a plantation drive on World Environment Day at Devi Pindi Gau Shala in village Puniya. Mahant Tara Das Ji Maharaj started the plantation drive by planting sapling of Parijat Plant.
On World Environment Day, NCC Cadets of Dewan Devi Hr. Sec. School participated in poster making competition on the theme ‘Plastic a Bane for Future’.
On World Environment Day, Tiny Tots Hr Sec School Roopnagar organized a special lecture graced by Kewal Krishan Wadera, renowned Social Activist on the importance of planting trees, usage of biodegradable products etc.
Shiv Public Hr. Sec. School Sari Rakwalan celebrated World Environment Day and the students performed different activities like slogan writing, poster making etc.
To celebrate World Environment Day, NCC 2 J&K Girls Bn, NSS unit and Eco Club of Government Degree College Paloura organized plantation drive in the College campus.
SKUAST Jammu celebrates World Environment Day with a thrust on the Mission LiFE i.e., Lifestyle for Environment. The programme was organized by Institutional Development Plan, National Agriculture Higher Education Programme in collaboration with All India Coordinated Research Project on Agroforestry and Division of Silviculture and Agroforestry under the leadership of Prof. Nazir A. Ganai, Vice Chancellor SKUAST Jammu/Kashmir.
Jammu Chapter of National Academy of Sciences India in collaboration with JU-Institutes Innovation Council and Department of Botany, University of Jammu celebrated World Environment Day-2023 wherein students and council members were sensitized about the importance of safe environment on the planet.
On World Environment Day, Dr. Rajesh S. Chib, Founder and CEO of New Jammu Foundation, announced the launch of the ‘Plantable Pencil’ drive initiative.
As a part of awareness on LiFE (Life style for Environment), launched by Prime Minister, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) organized plantation drives across its all establishments in Northern Region-II on World Environment Day. LiFE pledge was administered to all employees on this occasion.
NHPC, India’s Premier Hydropower Company celebrated World Environment Day under the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’ at its Corporate Office, Regional Offices, Power Stations, Projects and Units under Mission LiFE. A plantation programme was organized at NHPC Corporate Office wherein R.P Goyal, Director (Finance), NHPC and other Senior Officers planted saplings of various tree species.
Officers and officials of Press Information Bureau, Jammu and Central Bureau of Communication, J&K today took an oath on World Environment Day to make all possible changes in the daily life to protect the environment and commit to continuously motivate family, friends and others about the importance of environmentally friendly habits.
RBI Jammu celebrated World Environment Day and with active participation of its staff members, a ‘Green Walk cum cleanliness’ drive was flagged off from its office premises at Rail Head Complex, Jammu. Three teams of RBI staff members (Green Warriors) cleaned the vicinity of RBI Office including Bahu Plaza, Trikuta Nagar and carried the message of Mission ‘LiFE’ to beat plastic pollution with strong determination.
Tree plantation and awareness drive was organised on World Environment Day by Army Camp Panzgam in Kupwara.
On World Environment Day, Samvedna Society Jammu with revenue officials of Jammu West organised plantation drive at Tehsil Jammu West Office. The plantation drive was inaugurated by Tehsildar Jammu West, Satish Kumar, Naib Tehsildars Kuldeep Singh, Vijay Anthal and others.
The World Environment Day was celebrated at Doda by Soil and Water Conservation Department and the CAT Bahlihat Batote organization. The celebration was held at Ganpat Park in Doda and was attended by a large number of people.
A series of programmes were organized to celebrate World Environment Day by Nowshera Forest Division. A rally was organized at Sunderbani by Sunderbani Forest Range in collaboration with Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School, Sunderbani, Govt. High School, Govt. Middle School and Private Schools of Sunderbani.
On World Environment Day, Sawan Kirpal Ruhani Mission, under the guidance of its spiritual head, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj, organised a plantation and saplings distribution drive.
On World Environment Day, Air Force Station Jammu organised cycling, walkathon and tree plantation drive to promote Lifestyle for Environment. The event witnessed participation of Air Warriors, DSCs, Civilians, their families and children with great enthusiasm.
Aadarsh Bhartiya Samaj organisation celebrated World Environment Day under the guidance of Col (Retd) R.K Sharma, chairman and requested that all to lend hands to fight global warming by planting more trees
On World Environment Day, CPI (M) leader, Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami expressed serious concern about ecological devastation that has befallen the beautiful region of Jammu & Kashmir.
J&K Forest Department organized a series of programmes on World Environment Day. DFO Jammu, Anup Soni, DFO Urban Sunil Singh and Range officers were also present on the occasion.
Bhartiya Jain Sanghathan J&K celebrated World Environment Day. About 125 trees were planted and pledge for protecting environment was also taken.
District Legal Services Authority Jammu under the guidance of its Chairman, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Sanjay Parihar celebrated World Environment Day at SPMR College of Commerce.
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