Eco Vibes, a
dynamic environmental education program, drew to a close on April 6th at Hans
Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, under the inspiring guidance of Principal
Prof. Dr. (Mrs.) Ajay Sareen. The initiative, organized in collaboration with
the Punjab State Council for Science and Technology and supported by the
Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Government of India, aimed
to foster environmental awareness among the youth. The second day of Eco Vibes
witnessed a series of engaging workshops and exhibitions designed to empower
participants with practical knowledge and skills. Workshops such as Hastakaagaz,
Green Action, and Eco Preneurs provided hands-on training in paper recycling,
vermicomposting, and entrepreneurship in agricultural waste and herbal products
respectively. These workshops were facilitated by experts from the Skill
Department, Botany Department, and Dr. Anjana Bhatia.Principal Dr. Ajay Sareen
congratulated the organizers, including Dr. Seema Marwaha, Dean Academics and
Advisor, Dr. Anjana Bhatia, Dean Innovations and Research, Eco Club Coordinator
Mr. Sumit Sharma, Convener, as well as all the faculty members, staff, and
students for their dedication and efforts in making the event a resounding
success. She emphasized the importance of active participation in eco-friendly
initiatives and urged students to take responsibility for the well-being of the
planet. The competitions held during Eco Vibes were adjudicated by esteemed
judges, Architect Meenal Verma, Ms. Ramanpreet, from Green Sparrow NGO, and Mr.
Harjit Bawa. Their invaluable insights and contributions were acknowledged and
appreciated during the event. The highlight of the closing ceremony was the
recognition and awarding of prize winners who demonstrated exceptional talent
and commitment to environmental conservation. The winners were presented with
trophies and certificates in acknowledgment of their achievements. The names of
winners include Slogan Writing School
Category : Nandini Kumari DRVDAV Centenary Pb. School, Phillaur first, Prabhleen Kaur SD Model School, Jal. Second,
Bani, Cantt Board Girls Sr. Sec. School, Jal, third, In College Category : Vinita, KMV Jal. First, Rajwinder Kaur- GNN
College for Women Nakodar Second, Prabhdeep Singh – GNDU Verka Third, Quiz Competition (School) SD Model
School Jal, First, Govt. Model Co-Ed. Sr. Sec Smart School, Ladowali Second,
HMV Collegiate Sr. Sec. School, Jal. Third, College Section : HMV Jalandhar First, DAV Jalandhar Second, Guru
Nanak College of Education Kapurthala Third, Innovative Fashion : School Category : Khooshriti Prashar,
Tagore Model School First, College :
Arshita Thakur and Palak Thakur Khalsa College Goindwal First, Ashu – Khalsa
College of Education, Amritsar, Harshdeep and Yukti, RR Bawa Batala, Second,
Manpreet Kaur GNDU College Verka Third, Nukkad
Natak : Guru Nanak College of Education for Women, Kapurthala first, Tagore
Model School, Nakodar Second, HMV Jalandhar Third, Face Painting (School)
Khushal – St. Soldier School– First, Niharika Cantt Board Girls Sr.
School, Jal. Second, Harsimrat – SD Model School Third, College- Harsimran- C.T. Institutes First, Sandeep – MGN College of
Education Second, Amisha – St. Soldier College – Third, Rangoli – St. Soldier Law College First, Lyallpur Khalsa College
Jal. Second, Hindu Kanya College Kapurthala/BUC Third, Poster Making (School) : Aysuhi – SD Model School Jal. First, Disha
– Dayanand Model School, Jal. Second, Karamjit- DRVDAV Pb. School, Phillaur,
Third, Exhibition Creative Den BD
Department First, History and
Environment – History Department – Second, Botany Department – Third, GN
College of Education for Women stood first in External Exhibitions, Poster (College) : Gonika – St. Soldier
Ed. College, Prabhjot – Lyallpur Khalsa College, Jalandhar Second, Sourabhdeep
– KRM DAV College, Nakodar, Third, Madanjit Kaur BUC Batala Third. The Overall
Trophy for School Section was lifted by SD School, Jalandhar and in College
Section Guru Nanak College of Education, Kapurthala Captured the Overall
Trophy. Eco Vibes stands as a testament
to the power of collective action and innovation in addressing environmental
challenges. The event not only provided a platform for learning and skill
development but also inspired a deeper sense of responsibility towards
preserving our planet for future generations.