JAMMU, Aug 11: As part of the ongoing week-long activities being conducted to celebrate Independence Day, the NSS Units and NCC Cadets of GGM Science College, Jammu jointly organised a Plogathon (Cleanliness and Fitness Drive) in and around the college campus.
The programme was conducted under the patronage and guidance of the Worthy Principal, Dr. Romesh Kumar Gupta, who lauded the efforts of the students in promoting cleanliness and environmental sustainability. Addressing the participants, he emphasized the importance of maintaining a clean environment and urged students to actively contribute towards nation-building through responsible civic action.
The Plogathon witnessed enthusiastic participation from NSS volunteers, NCC cadets, faculty members, and students. Participants collected litter while walking and jogging across the campus and adjoining areas, thereby combining physical fitness with environmental stewardship. The activity aimed to create awareness about cleanliness, waste management, and the need for collective efforts in preserving the environment.
The event was coordinated by NSS Programme Officers Dr. Shalini Sharma and Dr. Amit Bali, along with NCC ANO Dr. Devinder Kumar Sharma. They encouraged the participants to adopt cleanliness as a lifelong habit and highlighted the role of youth in advancing the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission.
Faculty members of the college also actively participated in the drive and motivated students to work towards creating a clean, green, and sustainable campus. The programme concluded with a pledge by all participants to uphold the values of cleanliness, environmental conservation, and responsible citizenship.
The Plogathon formed an integral part of the college’s Clean Campus, Green Campus campaign and reinforced the spirit of community service and patriotism associated with the Independence Day celebrations.