Bandipora, June 06: District Administration Bandipora in collaboration with 109 Infantry Brigade, Dawar, Gurez on Thursday celebrated World Environment Day with great enthusiasm at Dawar, Gurez.
The event began with a plantation drive and awareness rally which were spearheaded by Deputy Commissioner, Bandipora, Shakeel ur Rehman and Commander, 109, Inf Bgd, Dawar and attended by a large number of students, youth, prominent locals, civil, police and army officials.
The event was marked by organizing plantation drives, cleanliness drives, awareness programmes, and eco-friendly practices among other activities.
On the occasion, the DC held an interactive session with students and emphasized the importance of the ecosystem of its different aspects.
Interacting with the students, the DC said, “On World Environment Day 2024, we unite to reaffirm our dedication to safeguarding the abundant biodiversity and natural assets of our planet. This year’s theme, ‘Land Restoration, Desertification and Drought Resilience’, under the slogan ‘Our land Our future,’ emphasizes that we have the ability to restore the Earth by reconsidering our connection with nature and implementing decisive measures to counter environmental decline.”
“Even our tiniest actions can spark monumental changes, and our combined efforts today will mould the future world,” he added.
The DC stressed minimizing plastic waste, preserving water to adopt renewable energy and safeguarding endangered species, every individual has a part to contribute to this worldwide endeavour.
During the event, the DC, along with the participants, made a solemn pledge to adopt eco-friendly practices in their daily lives. They expressed commitment to raising environmental consciousness within their own communities, aiming to motivate others to participate in the endeavours of conserving and safeguarding the environment.
On the occasion, Brigadier Uday Samyal, Cdr 109 Inf Bde gave a thought-provoking speech on the undeniable significance of the environment in supporting life on Earth. He appreciated the active role and participation of the Army, Police, students, and district administration in organising these awareness campaigns.
Amplifying the enthusiasm of the day, an awareness rally was carried out to spread awareness about the significance of preserving the trees and nurturing nature.
The event was attended by Brigadier Uday Samyal, Cdr 109 Inf Bde, Col MS Kumar, CO 3 J&K NCC Bn, Col Madhab Boro, SDM Gurez, Adm Offr J&K NCC Bn, Col Adwait Patil, CO 2/3 GR, Lt Col Vikas Chander, Edn Offr 109 Inf Bde, SDPO, Tehsildar, Executive Engineer, BDO, Forest Ranger, ZEO.
The event also witnessed active participation from community members, students, officials, ex servicemen and locals.
TLSCs of Handwara, Tangdar conduct plantation drive
Kupwara, June 06: In compliance with the Calendar of Activities – 2024 issued by JK Legal Services Authority, Tehsil Legal Services Committees of Handwara and Tangdhar celebrated World Environment Day and held a plantation drive.
The programme at Tehsil Legal Services Committee Handwara was conducted under the guidance of Chairperson Tehsil Legal Services Committee Handwara in collaboration with the Forest Department, Langate.
At District Court Complex Handwara, Additional District & Sessions Judge Handwara, Umi Qulsom; Chairperson/ CJM Handwara, Vaishaish Kumar Parihar; Munsiff Handwara, Mohd Rafiq Vakil planted some trees within the Court Complex.
The aim of the programme was to create an understanding of the protection and improvement of the environment, promoting sustainable development and matters connected therewith. The programme was attended by Judicial Officers, Court Staff, DLSA Staff, Para Legal Volunteers and officials of the Forest Department.
At Tangdhar, the programme was conducted under the guidance of Chairperson Tehsil Legal Services Committee Tangdhar.
