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Schools Host Environmental Awareness Day
8 Jun
Summary
- Environmental awareness programs were conducted in schools.
- Students learned about tree plantation and plastic reduction.
- Winners of various competitions were honored with prizes.
An environmental awareness program was organized at Government Higher Secondary School, Agaram, and MVM Girls Higher Secondary School in Dindigul. This event was a joint effort by the Environment Club of GTN Arts College and the Dindigul District Pollution Control Board, held on World Environment Day.
P. Ravichandran, Environment Club Coordinator, GTN Arts College, stressed the importance of actions such as tree plantation, reducing single-use plastics, conserving biodiversity and water, and segregating waste. He underscored the shared responsibility to protect the environment for the benefit of future generations.
District Environmental Engineer Ramesh from the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board addressed the students about environmental pollution, climate change, and effective pollution control measures. He highlighted the crucial role students play in fostering a cleaner, greener, and sustainable society. The program concluded with various competitions, where outstanding participants were awarded prizes and certificates.
