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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
On World Environment Day, MC embarks on ‘Plastic-Mukt Chandigarh' mission
The municipal corporation (MC) on Thursday launched a special campaign 'Plastic Mukt Chandigarh' on the occasion of World Environment Day. The campaign was officially launched by city mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla and municipal commissioner Amit Kumar at the Sector 26 Grain Market. The highlight was the introduction of an innovative initiative called the 'Cloth Bag ATM'. Installed by the NGO 'I Hate Polythene', the machine dispenses eco-friendly cloth bags at a nominal cost of ₹10, which is fully refundable upon return. The mayor said this initiative aims to offer a practical alternative to single-use plastic bags and promote sustainable consumption practices. She added that Vikalp Stores will be established across local markets, serving as designated return points for the used cloth bags. This system will encourage a circular model of use, return and reuse to curb waste and promote environmental responsibility among citizens. Kumar applauded the efforts of the NGO and directed it to include a QR code payment option to make the process more convenient for users. He emphasised the importance of adopting eco-friendly alternatives and said this campaign would go a long way in changing the attitude of the public towards plastic. Area councillor Dalip Sharma said the reduction of plastic from daily life is only possible with the active cooperation and participation of the public. The mayor and commissioner urged all citizens to come forward and support the initiative, making a collective effort towards building a sustainable and plastic-free city. Pollution control committee organises cleanliness drive A cleanliness drive on the theme 'Beat plastic pollution' was organised by the Chandigarh Pollution Control Committee (CPCC) in collaboration with the administration's department of forest and wildlife, and Panjab University's Centre for Public Health, on Thursday. Aligned with this year's theme 'Ending plastic pollution globally', the initiative was a call to action under the Union government's Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) movement. The campaign was conducted along the Sukhna Choe drain in the areas of Bapudham and Kishangarh, mobilising around 70–80 volunteers, including students, environmentalists and citizens. Kataria leads green initiative at PGGCG-42 Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria led a green initiative by planting a sapling of the sacred Kalpavriksha at the Post Graduate Government College for Girls (PGGCG), Sector 42, Chandigarh, on Thursday. The governor also honoured 21 'Eco Warriors' — students, teachers and gardeners from seven government schools in Chandigarh — who have collectively been working to build green campuses and instil a culture of environmental consciousness. They were recognised for their efforts in promoting biodiversity, waste management and eco-friendly practices in their respective school communities. BSF holds tree plantation drive The Western Command of the Border Security Force (BSF) organised a tree plantation campaign and an environmental awareness programme at its Lakhnaur campus in Mohali on Thursday. The day-long event witnessed participation from over 200 BSF personnel, officers and their families, who collectively planted hundreds of saplings, including medicinal plants, on the command headquarter premises. Pramod Kumar Yadav, inspector general (HR and logistics), led the plantation drive and announced that the command would institutionalise monthly environmental activities and establish green protocols for all administrative functions. The initiative involved personnel from special director general headquarter and 101 Battalion headquarter who pledged to reduce single-use plastic consumption, implement water conservation measures and adopt sustainable practices in their daily activities.
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Municipal corporation organises plantation drive
1 2 3 Chandigarh: To mark the occasion of World Environment Day , the municipal corporation on Thursday organised a special plantation drive at the Community Centre in Sarangpur. The event was celebrated under the banner of "Women for Trees – An AMRUT Mitra Initiative", emphasising the crucial role women play in protecting and nurturing the environment. The theme for this year's drive was "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam", encouraging citizens to plant trees in honour of their mothers and reinforce the emotional bond with Mother Earth. The slogan for the event, "Our Earth, Our Future", echoed throughout the gathering, spreading the message of sustainability and collective responsibility. While speaking on the occasion, the mayor emphasised the importance of green cover in urban areas and lauded the participation of women in environmental efforts. Municipal commissioner Amit Kumar urged citizens to take active steps in environmental conservation beyond World Environment Day, highlighting that such community-driven events foster a deep-rooted sense of ecological responsibility. More than 100 saplings of native and shade-giving species were planted during the drive, with residents and volunteers joining hands to make the event a success. The campaign not only served as a platform for afforestation but also as a celebration of motherhood, nature, and civic unity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The MC plans to hold similar drives across other sectors in the coming months to continue the momentum of green initiatives. Plastic Mukt Chandigarh The MC on Thursday launched a special campaign titled "Plastic Mukt Chandigarh" to mark World Environment Day. The highlight of the campaign was the introduction of an innovative initiative – the "Cloth Bag ATM". This machine dispenses eco-friendly cloth bags at a nominal cost of Rs 10, which is fully refundable upon return. Interestingly, on one side, the MC was introducing the cloth bag ATM, while on the other side, plastic bags were being used without any fear by the shopkeepers and vendors in the same market. There was no check on the use of plastic in the markets, and the shopkeepers and vendors were keeping these bags with them only by hiding them in a manner so that nobody could see them while using them.
