Ranchi/Dhanbad: Educational institutes across Jharkhand observed World Earth Day on Wednesday with vibrant activities, blending creativity with a strong message of environmental responsibility. From cultural programmes and art competitions to eco-friendly workshops, students actively engaged in initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability and respect for nature.
Events in Ranchi
Surendranath Centenary School in Ranchi celebrated the day aligned with this year's theme, 'Our Power, Our Planet'. Principal Samita Sinha said, "World Earth Day activities inspire our students to respect nature and take responsibility for building a greener tomorrow."
At Delhi Public School, creativity took centre stage with the 'Paint Your Own Canvas' activity. Students expressed their perspectives through vivid artwork depicting nature, rural life, and pressing global concerns like climate change and deforestation.
Sarala Birla Public School organised a wide range of activities, including painting, slogan writing, an Earth Day quiz, and a special assembly to mark the occasion.
Neerja Sahay DAV Public School students participated in a bamboo craft workshop conducted by local artisans, learning to create eco-friendly items such as hand fans, pen stands, and decorative baskets. Principal Kiran Yadav said, "Skill-based learning like this is the need of the hour. By adopting such eco-friendly practices, students can contribute positively towards the environment and society."
Events in Dhanbad
In Dhanbad, the Institution for National Amity and Coalfield Children Classes organised an awareness campaign titled 'Vande Mataram, Vande Vasundhara', aiming to promote global harmony, environmental conservation, and national pride. The campaign also marked 150 years of the iconic song Vande Mataram.
Students from colliery areas participated in a prabhat pheri, carrying clay models of the Earth on their heads, which emerged as a major attraction.
The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering at IIT (ISM), Dhanbad, in collaboration with Insearch NGO, organised a programme aligned with the global theme 'Our Power, Our Planet'.
