‘Kalppakam' campaign launched in Kozhikode
According to a press release, the campaign aims to promote environmental conservation, combat substance abuse, and eliminate plastic pollution. As part of the initiative, around 8,000 volunteers from approximately 160 NSS units in the district planted coconut tree saplings in schools, homes, and public spaces. The volunteers will also take responsibility for maintaining the saplings.
R. Rajesh Kumar, NSS regional deputy director, launched the campaign at Himayathul Islam Higher Secondary School.
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