RAMNAGAR, Jun 5: Government Degree College Ramnagar celebrated World Environment Day by organizing a Plantation Drive under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir 100 Days Abhiyan under the guidance of the Acting Principal, Dr. Ashni Devi.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from the teaching and non-teaching staff along with NSS volunteers of the college. During the drive, various saplings were planted within the college campus with the objective of promoting environmental conservation, enhancing green cover, and creating awareness among students regarding their responsibility towards protecting the environment.
Speaking on the occasion, Acting Principal Dr. Ashni Devi highlighted the significance of World Environment Day and emphasized the need for collective efforts to preserve natural resources and maintain ecological balance. She remarked that plantation drives not only contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment but also instill a sense of environmental responsibility among the younger generation. She urged students to actively participate in environmental protection activities and adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives.
The event was organized by the NSS Unit and NCORD Cell of the college in collaboration with the Forest Department Ramnagar Division. Prof. Ritika Mahajan, NSS Programme Officer, along with Prof. Sanjay Malhotra, Member NCORD Cell, coordinated the programme and ensured its successful conduct.
The participants pledged to continue contributing towards environmental conservation and to spread awareness about the importance of protecting nature for future generations.