Young Volunteers Revive Jakkur Lake

Young volunteers initiated a substantial cleanup of a 1km stretch around Jakkur Lake on a Saturday, as part of the #IamBengaluru - Volunteer for Parks initiative. Students from Kristu Jayanti University actively engaged in plogging and deweeding efforts, collaborating with the Jalaposhan Trust to restore the park's vitality.

This initiative aligns with educational goals of fostering social responsibility and sustainability. Similar drives occurred in other city locations, including Doddakallasandra, Girinagar, and Rajajinagar, with organizations like Youth for Seva and Hasiru Dala facilitating these efforts. Meanwhile, Dhanvanthari Park hosted an eco-friendly Ganesha idol-making session prior to Ganesh Chaturthi, promoting sustainable festivities.

Participants expressed a strong desire to contribute to their community and environment, citing the need to combat littering and sedentary lifestyles. The efforts at Jakkur Lake specifically targeted the road bund, a common site for waste accumulation that pollutes the lake. These activities aim to instill a profound sense of ownership and responsibility among young participants for their local parks.