JAMMU, Nov 14: Government Degree College (GDC), Kunjwani, organised an Awareness Lecture-cum-Training Programme on “Source Segregation and Composting: Towards Sustainable Waste Management” in collaboration with the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), under the aegis of Shikshit Bharat.
The programme was organised by the Department of Environmental Sciences with the objective of sensitising students about responsible waste management, promoting segregation of waste at source and encouraging sustainable practices at household, institutional and community levels.
Shahid Hussain, Health Officer, Jammu Municipal Corporation, accompanied by Palak Singh, Senior Swachhata Executive, JMC, served as the resource persons for the awareness session. They highlighted the importance of segregating waste into appropriate categories, including wet, dry and domestic hazardous waste. They also explained the need to follow proper waste disposal and collection practices to ensure effective solid waste management.
The technical session was conducted by Dalbeer Singh, Head Operations, SWAAHA, who elaborated on the principles and practical aspects of composting. He explained how biodegradable waste can be converted into nutrient-rich organic manure, thereby reducing the burden on municipal waste disposal systems and promoting sustainable utilisation of resources.
The programme was graced by Dr. Manisha Kohli, Principal, Government Degree College Kunjwani, as the Guest of Honour. Addressing the gathering, she emphasised the importance of environmental awareness and sustainable waste management, highlighting the significant role educational institutions can play in developing responsible environmental behaviour among students.
She also stressed the need for stronger collaboration between academic institutions and civic bodies to address emerging environmental challenges and promote sustainable community practices.
The programme was convened and coordinated by Dr. Sehrish Gazal, Head, Department of Environmental Sciences, and witnessed the participation of 70 students along with faculty members of the college.
The event concluded with a formal vote of thanks presented by Dr. Priyanka Sharma. The initiative provided students with valuable practical knowledge about waste segregation and composting while encouraging them to become responsible contributors towards a cleaner and greener environment.