Dry waste management: Innovative GPs in Mandya to get ‘challenge fund'
She was speaking at a special National Service Scheme (NSS) camp organised for second-year B.Sc. Agriculture students at Chikkaballi–Anasosalu village in the district.
The NSS unit of the University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya, and the Agriculture College, VC Farm, had organised the camp. As part of the programme, cloth bags and saplings were distributed to villagers.
Ms. Nandini emphasised that agriculture is the backbone of the nation, and a majority of the population in Mandya district depends on it for their livelihood. 'Agriculture students must identify and understand the core issues facing the sector, particularly in rural areas. Most of us come from farming families, and it's essential to grasp the ground realities.'
She noted that many families are currently facing challenges in agriculture. 'Research and education in agriculture should not remain confined to textbooks. The knowledge gained in universities must help to resolve these problems,' she stressed.
Highlighting the importance of sanitation, she said, 'Cleanliness in rural areas is vital since it directly influences health and development. Everyone should develop a mindset of personal hygiene, and NSS camps play an important role in creating this awareness.'
DRPB Trust president and ZP Member C.M. Dyavappa urged villagers to prioritise environmental conservation and reduce the use of plastic. 'People in rural areas must pay more attention to cleanliness,' he said, encouraging them to plant saplings instead of cutting cakes during birthdays and think of celebrations as a way to support environmental protection.
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