Education
Government and Grant-Aided Schools Conduct Practical Sessions on Plastic-Free Environment and Organic Waste Management
A new 'Parisar Mitra' awareness campaign is holding hands‑on classes in government and grant‑aided schools to teach students about plastic‑free zones and organic waste handling.
The education department has launched the 'Parisar Mitra' (Environment Friend) awareness drive across government and grant‑aided schools. The initiative aims to instill environmental consciousness among schoolchildren by focusing on two key practices: maintaining plastic‑free premises and managing organic waste responsibly.
Special practical sessions are being organised in classrooms and school grounds, where teachers demonstrate how to segregate biodegradable waste, compost it, and replace single‑use plastics with reusable alternatives. Students participate in hands‑on activities such as setting up compost pits and creating signage for plastic‑free zones.
The campaign is part of a broader effort to embed sustainable habits early in life, aligning with national goals for waste reduction and climate resilience. By targeting both government and grant‑aided institutions, the programme seeks to reach a wide demographic of learners across the state.
Officials say the practical approach is expected to foster long‑term behavioural change, encouraging students to become ambassadors of environmental stewardship in their homes and communities.
Special practical sessions are being organised in classrooms and school grounds, where teachers demonstrate how to segregate biodegradable waste, compost it, and replace single‑use plastics with reusable alternatives. Students participate in hands‑on activities such as setting up compost pits and creating signage for plastic‑free zones.
The campaign is part of a broader effort to embed sustainable habits early in life, aligning with national goals for waste reduction and climate resilience. By targeting both government and grant‑aided institutions, the programme seeks to reach a wide demographic of learners across the state.
Officials say the practical approach is expected to foster long‑term behavioural change, encouraging students to become ambassadors of environmental stewardship in their homes and communities.