Chandigarh, March 7:- Emphasizing the foundational importance of education and its growth within the community, the Municipal Corporation has organized a special hands-on training session on home composting for college students at DAV College, Sector-10, in collaboration with trained Self-Help Groups (SHGs).

With a dedication towards sustainable development, the MCC actively participates in initiatives that promote education, environmental awareness, and community empowerment. Additionally, students shared their experiences on composting with their fellow students. This interactive session equipped students with practical knowledge and skills to incorporate composting practices into their daily lives, fostering environmental responsibility from an early age. Also, the students of the Botany Department, DAV10 College, participated enthusiastically in the session and also shared their insights and queries with the MC team and fellow students.

This initiative aims to raise awareness about composting among citizens, empowering individuals and communities to adopt sustainable practices and contribute to the overall well-being of the environment. The SHG team also raises awareness about four types of Waste Segregation and the negative consequences of Single-Use plastic, as well as the adoption of RRR.

Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, the MC Commissioner, said that education is the key to empowering individuals and communities towards sustainable development. MC Chandigarh takes pride in prioritizing environmental awareness and community engagement. Through initiatives like the hands-on training session on home composting, the goal is to equip young students with practical knowledge and skills that foster a sense of environmental responsibility from an early age. The SHG-trained team also creates awareness of Waste Segregation, the adoption of RRR, and the ill effects of Single-use plastic.

She further stated that by collaborating with trained Self-Help Groups under expert supervision, the MCC is creating a greener and more prosperous future for the community. MC Chandigarh remains committed to promoting education at all levels and will continue to collaborate with various stakeholders to create a sustainable and inclusive learning environment.

By prioritizing environmental awareness and community engagement, MC Chandigarh strives to make a positive impact on the environment and encourage active citizen participation in sustainable development. Through initiatives like these, MC Chandigarh envisions a greener and more prosperous future for the community.

MC Chandigarh remains steadfast in its commitment to promote education at all levels and will continue to collaborate with various stakeholders to create a sustainable and inclusive learning environment.