RSS PURA, Aug 14: On the eve of Independence Day celebrations, Government Degree College (GDC), R.S. Pura organised a Tree Plantation Drive in collaboration with the State Bank of India (SBI), R.S. Pura Branch under the Green India Initiative. The programme was aimed at promoting environmental awareness, encouraging sustainable practices and inculcating a sense of responsibility towards nature among the students. A large number of saplings were provided by SBI, R.S. Pura Branch for plantation within the college campus. The drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from the NSS Unit and NCC Units of the college.
NCC cadets, NSS volunteers and students actively planted various ornamental, shade-giving and other saplings at different locations across the campus. The programme was attended by representatives of SBI including Mr. Yatin Sharma, Chief Manager and Sameer Panchata, Dy. Branch Manager, SBI R.S. Pura Branchalong with other officials of thebank. The plantation activities were coordinated byProf.LukeshaDubgotra, NSS Programme Officer, and Dr. Kiran Lata, NCC CTOwho ensured the active participation of the students and smooth conduct of the programme. The programme was organised under the able guidance ofProf. (Dr.) PreetpalKour, Principal, GDC R.S. Pura.
Addressing the gathering, the Principal appreciated the initiative of SBI R.S. Pura Branch and lauded the enthusiastic participation of the NSS volunteers, NCC cadets, students, and faculty members. She highlighted the vital role of trees in maintaining ecological balance and mitigating environmental challenges. She stated that tree plantation should not remain confined to a single event but must become a sustained commitment. She urged the students to take responsibility for the proper care and protection of the saplings planted during the drive so that they grow into healthy trees and contribute to a greener, cleaner, and healthier campus.
The Principal also emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts between educational institutions and community organisations in promoting environmental sustainability. She encouraged the students to become ambassadors of the Green India vision by spreading awareness about conservation and adopting environmentally responsible practices in their daily lives.
Dr. Sudesh Kumar, Dr. Jugal Kishore, and Dr. Sunil Kumar Mangoch along with other faculty members, were present during the plantation drive and extended their support to the participating students. The active involvement of the NSS and NCC units reflected the college’s continued commitment to community engagement, environmental conservation, and responsible citizenship. The programme concluded with a collective resolve by the participants to protect and nurture the planted saplings and contribute towards building a sustainable and environmentally conscious society.