Jalandhar December 17 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- Aligning with the objectives of Eco Clubs, Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya (HMV) organized a two-day District Level Skilling Workshop for school teachers of District Jalandhar, in association with the State Nodal Agency, Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, and with the support of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The workshop aimed at strengthening environmental awareness and equipping Eco Club coordinators with practical skills for sustainable action. The workshop was held under the visionary leadership of Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla and was convened by Dr. Anjana Bhatia, with Ms. Harpreet as the Co-Convener.
The primary objective of the programme was to sensitize educators about the urgent need for environmental protection and to empower them as change-makers within their institutions and communities. Extending a green welcome to the eminent resource person, Dr. Adarsh Pal Vig, Professor, Department of Botanical and Environmental Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla emphasized that educational institutions must go beyond academic instruction and inculcate strong environmental values among students. She asserted that environmental initiatives should not be episodic but action-oriented and sustained, adding that teachers can act as “soldiers of environmental protection” by creating awareness and inspiring responsible behaviour.
The workshop was attended by 50 eco club coordinators of various schools of Jalandhar district
Introducing the concept note of the workshop, Dr. Anjana Bhatia elaborated on the pivotal role of Eco Clubs in nurturing environmental consciousness and fostering sustainable practices at the grassroots level. The workshop was attended by 50 eco club coordinators of various schools of Jalandhar district. During his insightful session, Dr. Adarsh Pal Vig began by defining the role of a guru as instrumental in character building, which ultimately contributes to nation building. He stressed that environmental protection is an individual responsibility and a collective moral duty. He further elaborated on the techniques of vermiculture and vermicomposting, explaining the vital role of earthworms in the bioconversion of garden waste into nutrient-rich manure.
Referring to earthworms as “ecological engineers,” he highlighted their immense contribution to sustainable waste management. The session was followed by a hands-on training component, where participating teachers actively engaged in the preparation of compost, gaining practical exposure and experiential learning. The two-day workshop proved to be a meaningful step towards enabling Eco Club coordinators with practical skills and experiential knowledge, reinforcing HMV’s commitment to environmental sustainability. On this occasion Dean Academics Dr. Seema Marwaha was also present. Stage was conducted by Dr. Sakshi Verma.