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Time of India
12 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
'Run for Nature 3.0': Environmental education needed for all says environmentalist; 10,000 mango saplings distributed
HUBBALLI: The number of educated individuals has increased enormously, but educated people are weak in environmental education, regretted environmentalist and writer Shivanand Kalave. Addressing Run For Nature 3.0, organised by Green Karnataka Association, We Care Foundation, and Vasundhara Foundation, here on Sunday, Kalave said that there is a need for environmental education for educated people, whereas less educated and illiterate people are living in an eco-friendly way. 'There are trees over 5,000 years old in African countries, and their saplings are being grown in Karnataka. However, human beings, with a lifespan of about 100 years, are killing trees for their greed. If we don't go back to trees, the end of mankind is in the near future,' he warned. Natural farming expert Kavita Mishra pressed for the plantation of carbon credit trees to combat increasing carbon in the environment. 'A myth is spread that agriculture is not a profitable occupation. If we do it with heart, Mother Earth will definitely hold our hands, and I am an instance of these words. I have grown about 8,000 trees on 8.10 acres of land and earn in lakhs a month,' she claimed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Keep Your Home Efficient with This Plug-In elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo MLA Prasad Abbayya narrated that the celebration of World Environment Day started in 1973, but there is still a need for awareness. 'God has given us good nature, but human beings are spoiling it. Because of pollution, we are all consuming poisonous food. Protecting the environment is not only the duty of the govt or organisations, but everyone should join hands at an individual level,' he asserted. Kshamata Seva Samsthe convenor Govind Joshi said that Indians have been worshipping the environment in the form of trees, water, air, and all other components of the ecology. 'However, these components are being destroyed in the name of modernisation,' he analysed. Organiser Channu Hosamani said that they are distributing 10,000 mango Alphonso saplings to citizens so that they can grow them in their home gardens and eat chemical-free mangoes in the coming years. MLA Mahesh Tenginkai and others inaugurated the run.
Observer
24-03-2025
- Business
- Observer
Saad Kassis feted with Sudan's Presidential Medal
MUSCAT: Oman-raised Saad Kassis-Mohamed, Chairman of the WeCare Foundation, has been awarded the Sudan Presidential Medal, Order of the Republic, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to sustainable development and humanitarian initiatives. One of Sudan's highest national honours, the medal acknowledges individuals whose work has significantly advanced the nation's social and economic progress. Kassis-Mohamed has also been named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in the Social Impact category, celebrating his leadership in sustainable finance, ethical business and philanthropy. Born and raised in Oman, Kassis-Mohamed has developed strong personal and professional ties within Oman. Under his leadership, WeCare Foundation has actively collaborated with Omani government agencies and organisations to drive sustainability initiatives aligned with Oman Vision 2040. These include pioneering renewable energy projects, educational programmes and community development schemes aimed at fostering long-term social progress. 'Saad Kassis-Mohamed's unwavering commitment to ethical finance and social transformation has positively impacted communities in Sudan and beyond,' said Dr Hadiya Osman, Sudan's Under-Secretary, Ministry of Social Development, as she presented the Presidential Medal. 'His leadership at WeCare Foundation demonstrates how strategic philanthropy and inclusive economic development can create lasting change.' Speaking after the ceremony, Kassis-Mohamed said: 'Receiving Sudan's Presidential Medal and being recognised by Forbes is an incredible honour. However, these achievements reflect the dedication of our team at WeCare Foundation. Oman has played a significant role in shaping my values, and I am committed to fostering meaningful, sustainable change in communities worldwide.' Dr Amal El Tayeb, recipient of the 2015 Sudan National Humanitarian Leadership Award and a member of the selection committee, praised Kassis-Mohamed's achievements, stating: 'His commitment to social development, particularly through WeCare Foundation's cultural and sustainability initiatives, has been instrumental in restoring heritage sites and uplifting communities.' Over 200 distinguished guests, including senior government officials and representatives from international development organisations attended the award ceremony.
