Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University and National Service Scheme, DPSRU, New Delhi jointly organized programme to celebrate World Environment Day 2018 on 5th June 2018 (Tuesday) at DPSRU Campus, New Delhi. The celebration of World Environment Day (WED) is a forty-four year old concept in world history. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) initiated the observance of this day to globally celebrate the spirit of positive environmental action. Every year, millions of individuals and organizations engage in various activities on this day which includes tree-planting drives, art exhibitions, social media campaigns, etc. This way, there is a build-up of a collective power of people belonging to different walks of life, leading to the generation of an exponential positive impact on the planet. The most recent theme of WED (for 2018) was “Beat Plastic Pollution”.
The Inaugural session of the function commenced with the welcoming of the guests, Faculty, Non-Teaching faculty members and students by Dr.J.Saminathan, NSS Programme coordinator, DPSRU, New Delhi. The inaugural function was held at DPSRU Campus, New Delhi, which was started with the plantation of different Species by dignitaries in the campus. Prof. Ramesh K Goyal Vice Chancellor of Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, inaugurated the function which was presided by Dr. Arun K Agarwal, Former Dean, Moulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, Dr. Babita kumar Dean, Sanskar College of Pharmacy & Research[SCPR] Ghaziabad, Dr.D.P.Pathak, Offg. Director, DIPSAR and Prof Harvinder Popli, Offg. Dean.
The programmes were planned to generate awareness among the students, academia, general public etc. about the importance of World Environment Day and improve the awareness among Faculty, Non-Teaching faculty members, students and youngsters.
Taking a Pledge on this World Environment Day,
The following precaution can be taken to curb Plastic Pollution:
1. Replaced plastic bags with reusable bags. Use only bio-degradable bags.
2. Get Rid of plastic Bottled Water, avoid to buy any water bottle outside.
Always carry a water bottle from Home.
3. Educate to Local Community and Business (Speak to local restaurants and businesses about growing Plastic Pollution. Educate them about the options of excellent low-cost replacements, such as bamboo utensils in place of plastic ones that they can switch to for packaging, storing, and bagging items. )
4. Get Involved ( Speak to lawmakers and get involved with government on any level, and you’ll see how many special interest groups have made it so that we are dependent on plastic without needing to be. Encourage development of items, and propose alternatives when applicable.)
5. Recycle Everything (Remember, plastic doesn't break easily. try to recycle the plastic for the different purpose if any)