KATHUA, Jun 5: On the occasion of World Environment Day, the 4 J&K NCC Battalion of Government Degree College Kathua organized a cleanliness and plantation drive within the college campus to promote environmental awareness and encourage sustainable practices among students and staff. The initiative reflected the commitment of GDC Kathua towards environmental sustainability and community service.
The Principal of the college, Dr. Manohar Lal, actively participated in this activity along with various faculty members of the college including Prof. Rakesh Singh, Prof. Jagdish Kumar, Prof. Ravinder Kour, Dr. Yash Paul Sharma, Dr. Kehar Singh, Prof. Pawan Kumar, Prof. Gotam Singh, Dr. Anil Sharma, Dr. Chandan Sharma and Prof. Sanjay Chaudhary.
During the drive, saplings were planted at various locations across the campus, and cleanliness activities were undertaken to enhance the green cover and maintain a clean and healthy environment. The programme concluded with a pledge by participants to work collectively for the protection and preservation of the environment under Nasha Mukt Bharat.
The worthy principal of the college Dr. Manohar Lal appreciated the efforts of the NCC unit and faculty members in fostering environmental responsibility. He emphasized the importance of preserving nature through collective action and encouraged students to adopt eco-friendly habits in their daily lives.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of worthy principal of the college Dr Manohar Lal and was coordinated by Dr. Anil Sharma, Head, Department of Horticulture, Dr. Pinkey, CTO, Lt. (Dr.) Daya Ram of 4 J&K Bn NCC of the college.