In celebration of World Environment Day, Honourable Prime Minister launched a nationwide tree plantation campaign, titled #EkPedMaaKeNaam and #Plant4Mother. This initiative highlights the importance of planting trees as a tribute to our mothers and a commitment to protecting the environment.
Shiksha Saptah & Fourth Anniversary of NEP 2020
Coinciding with this campaign, from July 22-28, 2024, India observed Shiksha Saptah, a week-long initiative promoting learning and environmental consciousness in schools. On July 27, 2024, Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE Day was celebrated, encouraging schools to take action for environmental sustainability.
CMS Gomti Nagar Extension Leads the Way
On July 27, 2024, City Montessori School, Gomti Nagar Extension, organized a grand plantation drive to mark Shiksha Saptah. The event was graced by esteemed guests:
- Dr. Ajit Kumar Shasany, Director, CSIR-NBRI
- Mr. Sitanshu Pandey, DFO, Lucknow
- Dr. Pankaj Kumar Srivastava, Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-NBRI & Coordinator of NBRI EIACP
- Dr. Sharad Srivastava, Chief Scientist, CSIR-NBRI
- Dr. Anju Patel, Scientist & Co-Coordinator, NBRI EIACP
Inspiring Words & Environmental Commitment
The event began with an insightful address by Dr. Ajit Kumar Shasany, emphasizing the crucial role of trees in climate regulation, biodiversity conservation, and ecological balance. Senior Principal Manjeet Batra Ma’am then led students, parents, and guests in taking the ‘Save Environment’ pledge, reinforcing CMS’s dedication to sustainable practices.
Hands-On Participation in Green Initiatives
Following the pledge, students, alongside their mothers, actively planted saplings within the school premises. To create a lasting bond with nature, each student tagged their tree with their name, symbolizing their responsibility towards nurturing the environment. The plantation drive was supervised by:
- Vice Principal Mrs. Medha Ahuja
- Environmental Coordinator Mrs. Shalini Shrivastava
Sustainability at CMS
This initiative aligns with CMS’s vision of integrating environmental responsibility into daily life and education. The success of this campaign strengthens the commitment to building a greener, more sustainable future. Want to know about Paper Recycling?
Learn More About Environmental Initiatives
To explore how educational institutions contribute to sustainability, visit CSIR-NBRI.
