BUDGAM: The College of Temperate Sericulture, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Mirgund, organised a cleanliness drive at the historic tourist destination of Nilnag, reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation and social responsibility.
Faculty members and students enthusiastically participated in the campaign, collecting and scientifically disposing of litter to promote cleanliness and environmental awareness while fostering a sense of civic responsibility among the youth.
Speaking on the occasion, Student Welfare Officer and Organising Secretary Dr. Aabid Khaliq Tantray highlighted the historical and ecological significance of Nilnag and urged students to protect and preserve the region’s natural heritage through responsible behaviour and active community participation.
Faculty members Dr. Shabir Ahmad Bhat, Dr. Sabiha Ashraf and Dr. Shabir Ahmad Wani appreciated the students’ enthusiastic involvement and encouraged them to continue serving as ambassadors of environmental protection and sustainable practices.
The programme concluded with participants taking a pledge to promote cleanliness and environmental conservation in their communities, reinforcing SKUAST-K’s commitment to nurturing environmentally conscious citizens.