Vijnana Bharati-Rajasthan, in collaboration with Parishkar College of Global Excellence, CSIR-CEERI, and other esteemed institutions, celebrated World Environment Day with great enthusiasm on 5 June 2024. Representatives from the organisations above and other dignitaries attended the event. The experts reviewed the current environmental conditions and had a fruitful discussion on practical solutions to environmental hazards.
In the inaugural session, dignitaries and participants took an oath to protect the environment. On this occasion, Dr PC Panchariya, Director, CSIR-CEERI, delivered a keynote lecture titled “Plastic Waste Processing @ CSIR-CEERI”. Dr Panchariya highlighted the severe environmental crisis caused by plastic pollution, stating that the situation has become critical. He mentioned that CSIR-CEERI is fully aware of the issue and is actively involved in its solutions. He showcased the new technologies being developed by CSIR-CEERI for efficient processing and recycling of plastic waste, which would help reduce plastic waste entering our environment. He made a clarion call to every individual in the programme to contribute significantly to the cause. The programme was attended by experts from various environmental organisations and activists, policymakers, and educators from leading state organisations.
The speakers expressed their concerns over increasing environmental pollution and discussed climate change, biodiversity loss, sustainable agriculture, and renewable energy. The consensus among the experts was that addressing these issues requires a multi-faceted approach, including government cooperation, social participation, and technological innovation.
During the discussions, students, faculty members, and other learned local residents presented practical solutions towards environmental protection, such as composting, rainwater harvesting, and using biodegradable materials.
Dr Meghendra Sharma, Secretary, Vijnana Bharati-Rajasthan, emphasised the importance of trees in environmental protection. A pledge was taken to plant one crore trees in the state. Dr Sharma said that this would be done in the coming year with the cooperation of all participating institutions and organisations. He said the initiative aimed to combat rapid climate change and maintain ecological balance. He stated that we are committed to building a greener Rajasthan. Professor Savita Paiwal, Principal, Parishkar College of Global Excellence, Jaipur, proposed the vote of thanks.
Besides, to raise environmental awareness among the citizens, the students organised a bicycle rally on this day. In addition, a campaign called “One Tree for the Nation” was launched to promote tree plantation. Students and their parents enthusiastically participated in these activities.
