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SRINAGAR: Steel in Their Spine, Pride in Their Veins: Agniveers & Passing Out Parade. 326 Agniveers; all proud sons of soil of Jammu & Kashmir, marched into the annals of Military tradition at the prestigious Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre during a soul stirring yet shrouded in military precision Attestation and Passing Out Parade.
Presiding over the momentous occasion was Lt Gen Manish Erry, UYSM, AVSM, SM, Colonel of The JAK LI Regiment, who reviewed the parade with a discerning eye and pride befitting the nation’s top Military Leadership. The occasion was further graced by an august gathering of Senior Military and Civil dignitaries, alongside the teary eyed but proud parents of the newly minted soldiers.
Addressing the Agniveers, the Colonel of the Regiment, lauded their resolve and remarked, “Your commitment is not just to the uniform, but to the very idea of India. You are Jammu and Kashmir’s finest sons; now India’s mightiest shields.” He extended his compliments to the instructors and expressed his satisfaction towards appreciable training standards achieved by Agniveers amidst the intense training regimen. The proud parents were also presented with ‘Gaurav Padak’ for their selfless contribution of their wards towards the Service of the Nation.
As the final salute echoed and the Tricolour fluttered high against the valley’s breeze, the message was unmistakable; J&K’s youth are not just walking into the future, they are marching at the double, with rifles in hand and the Nation in heart.
AWANTIPORA: The Department of Ecology, Environment & Remote Sensing (DEERS) today joined hands with the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) to mark World Environment Day 2025 with a high-energy programme in the Awantipora campus that echoed the United Nations theme “Ending Plastic Pollution.”
More than four hundred participants including senior forest officials, faculty members, researchers, students, NGOs and representatives of line departments, pledged to translate that slogan into an action agenda for Jammu & Kashmir.
Presiding over the ceremony, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) and Head of Forest Force, Suresh Kumar Gupta, reminded the gathering that only a decisive change in individual behaviour can match the scale of the plastic crisis.
Citing the Forest Department’s “Plastic-Free J&K” campaign and the wider Mission LiFE movement, he described how inter-departmental clean-up drives are already removing tonnes of single-use plastics from the forest, wildlife and eco-sensitive zones. “Every bag we refuse and every bottle we reuse pushes us closer to a carbon-neutral, litter-free Jammu & Kashmir,” he said, urging the young people in particular to become “champions of responsible consumption.”
Sarvesh Rai, Chief Wildlife Warden, picked up the biodiversity thread, noting encouraging signs that populations of flagship species are stabilizing inside the protected areas. He appealed to the students, residents and the tourism sector to adopt local water bodies and conduct regular clean-ups to keep them plastic free.
Echoing those sentiments, Vasu Yadav, Chairman J&K Pollution Control Committee, acknowledged that plastic “has made modern life affordable” and is unlikely to disappear overnight. “The real breakthrough,” he emphasized, “lies in strict source segregation of waste so that plastic can either be recycled or safely co-processed rather than dumped in our rivers.”
Managing Director of the J&K Forest Development Corporation, Suneesh Buxy, offered a success story from Bhopal ranked as one of India’s cleanest cities after sustained community action and called on Srinagar and Jammu to replicate that model. “Youth energy, once channeled through smart policy and civic pride, can transform our urban rankings just as quickly,” he said, emphasising the health risks of micro-plastics entering the food chain.
Representing the host institution, Professor A. H. Moon, Dean of Academic Affairs at IUST, outlined the university’s own sustainability roadmap, which includes a 50-megawatt solar park and a campus-wide ban on single-use plastics. A university, he said, must function as a “living laboratory for sustainable lifestyles,” integrating the environmental themes across teaching, research and daily operations.
Registrar Dr Makdoomi affirmed that view, adding that the campus green initiative has already reduced the plastic waste by declaring the camps as plastic free zones.
The PCCF/HoFF formally released three scientific reports prepared by DEERS “Geospatial Monitoring of Wular Lake” and “Site-Suitability Analysis for Rainwater Harvesting Structures in Srinagar and Bandipora”. A short documentary on plastic pollution in J&K was also released on the occasion.
During the event awards were also presented to the winners of various contests conducted by the Department of Ecology Environment and Remote Sensing.
A spirited skit by the IUST drama club brought home the day’s message, dramatizing the journey of a plastic bottle from shop counter to riverbank and finally into our bodies.
JAMMU: Government Polytechnic Jammu organized a seminar on “Dignity and Human Rights of Persons Involved in Manual Scavenging”. The event saw enthusiastic participation from 4th-semester students of Computer/IT and Electrical Engineering departments. Dr. Supreet Singh, MD Dermatology and Assistant Professor at the Department of Dermatology, ASCOMS & Hospital, and Chief Dermatologist at Anusukh Derma Care Centre were the resource persons.
The programme began with a floral welcome to Dr. Singh, presented by Principal Er. Talet Mahmood, Er. Inderjeet Singh (Workshop Superintendent), Er. Sukhdeep Singh (HoD, Civil Engineering) and Er. Sanjay Gupta (HoD, Electrical Engineering).
In his enlightening address, Dr. Supreet Singh underlined the critical social and health challenges faced by individuals engaged in manual scavenging. He shed light on the severe health hazards, legal safeguards, and rehabilitation efforts initiated by the government to eradicate the practice and restore dignity to those affected. He emphasized the vital role of youth in promoting awareness and championing human rights in their communities.
The seminar concluded with a vote of thanks by Er. Snehjot Kour, Demonstrator, Computer Department. As a token of appreciation, Principal Er. Talet Mahmood presented a memento to Dr. Supreet Singh, recognizing his valuable contribution to student awareness and social consciousness.
JAMMU: “Environmental preservation is not merely a choice, but a necessity for survival of humane race. We must act decisively to maintain the ecological balance through all necessary measures,” stated Minister for Food, Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma.
The Minister, while addressing today during celebration of World Environment Day at the Road Transport Corporation Complex, Jammu, emphasized the critical importance of balancing conservation and sustainable development. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the senior officers from various departments, environmental enthusiasts and RTC officials.
The Minister highlighted the growing environmental challenges faced by the world and stressed emphasized the need for collective responsibility and action to preserve the nature. He called upon the departments under his charge, especially those dealing with transport and youth services, to lead by example in adopting eco-friendly practices. He urged the youth to become active participants in the green movement, stating, “the younger generation holds the power to shape a sustainable future. It is our duty to equip them with the awareness and tools necessary for environmental stewardship.”
On the occasion, Managing Director RTC, Rakesh Sarangal, outlined various steps being taken by the Corporation to reduce its carbon footprint. These included introduction of energy-efficient vehicles and digital solutions to minimize paper usage. As part of the celebration, a tree plantation drive was carried out within the premises, reinforcing the message of sustainability and care for nature.
This year's theme of the Environment Day "Our Land. Our Future.", resonates strongly with the initiatives and commitment shown during the event. The event concluded with a pledge by all the attendees to adopt environmentally responsible behaviour in both personal and professional spheres.
JAMMU: Green Campus Task Force (GCFT-JU) and Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Jammu today organized “Waste to Wonder” Competition celebrating “World Environment Day”. The objective behind organizing this event was to promote sustainability, environmental awareness, creative recycling and educating people about the importance of waste management and reducing pollution.
Prof. Deepika Slathia, Head Department of Environmental Sciences and Convener, GCTF-JU formally welcomed the Chief Guest and Judges of the event. In her address she introduced the theme of the event and enlightened the audience about the importance of celebrating environment day. She stressed that young minds can demonstrate artistic and innovative ways to reuse waste materials. Chief Guest, Prof. Yash Pal Sharma, Dean Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Jammu (JU), shared his valuable insights and motivated the young students and scholars to follow the traditional ways of life that were in harmony with the environment. Creative and innovative models made by the participants were adjudged by the judges, Mr. Chander Shekhar, Eminent Cartoonist and Mr. Vikas Khajuria, renowned Waste Sculpture Artist. Models were judged based on creativity, innovation, applicability, and presentation by the respective teams. Ideas of reuse of waste, recycling and upcycling, sustainable use of waste as resources, environmental innovations, etc., were displayed by the participants.
Total sixteen teams comprising of 32 participants from various departments of University and affiliated colleges participated in the event with full zeal and enthiusiasm. Ms. Sumriti and Ms. Sweety Manyotra of Kalra College of Education, Kud, won first prize and were awarded Cash prize of Rs. 3,000. Second Prize of Rs 2,000 was bagged by Team from GCW Parade, Jammu comprising of Ms. Bhumika Jamwal and Ms. Shruti Verma, whereas Ms. Pallavi Choudhary and Ms. Aishna Jasrotia from Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Jammu got the third prize worth Rs. 1,000. More than a competition, Waste to Wonder turned into a celebration of innovation, awareness, and collective desire to protect the planet.
The proceedings of the event were carried by Ms. Shivali Sharma. Prof. Piyush Malviya, Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Dr. Ravinder Kumar, Dr. Ranjan Sharma, students and scholars form the Department of Environmental Sciences and volunteers from GCTF-JU were also present on the occasion. Program concluded with formal vote of thanks by Dr. Anshu Gupta, Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences. As event concluded, everyone walked away with more than just certificates and prize. They carried with them a renewed sense of purpose, a belief that even the smallest efforts matter.
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