Marking ‘World Paper Bag Day,’
the NSS volunteers of HMV distributed paper bags to members of the public
yesterday. They also motivated the public to shun plastic bags and use paper
bags which are eco-friendly. Under the able guidance of Principal Prof. Dr.
(Mrs.) Ajay Sareen, the students pledged to increase the usage of paper bags
which are reusable and as well as recyclable. Speaking on the occasion, Dr.
Anjana Bhatia said that plastic bags are not only bio-degradable; they can also
endure a lot of pressure. It takes less energy to manufacture them as compared
to plastic bags. Paper bags are also safer for pets and other
animals. Principal Dr. Ajay Sareen said that the college has installed Waste Paper Recycling Unit which
is utilized to recycle waste/used paper
from students, office to generate various eco-friendly items. It is also
used to recycle waste/used paper, cardboard, tetra packs, Xerox paper, denim
material etc. Papers of different thickness, colour and quality depending
upon the requirement is to be generated through this machine. Paper is recycled
three times and the waste water from the machine is utilized for gardening
purpose. No chemical is used during the whole process except alum.
Recycled paper is used for making office files, folders, envelope, gift wraps,
packing material etc. The students of Fine Arts and Design Department
regularly prepare paper carry bags and all the gifts are wrapped in recycled
paper. Dr. Rakhi Mehta, Design Department said that paper bags are almost 100 percent recyclable and can decompose within
just a month. Mrs. Veena Arora and Dr. Neeru Bharti also motivated the students
to shun the use of plastic. Ms. Harmanu, Ms. Pawan Kumari were also present on
the occassion.
