CUK organises cleanliness drive

Ganderbal, Oct 2: The Central University of Kashmir (CUK), in collaboration with the Municipal Council Ganderbal, organised a cleanliness drive on Wednesday as part of Swachhata Hi Seva 2024.

This event marks the culmination of a series of activities and serves as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 155th birth anniversary, honoring his lifelong advocacy for cleanliness, self-reliance, and community responsibility.

The drive took place on the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti and was part of Swachhata Diwas, conducted by the National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of the university within the premises of Mata Kheer Bhawani Temple in Tullmulla, Ganderbal. This initiative reflects Mahatma Gandhi's unwavering dedication to cleanliness and sanitation as essential pillars of both personal and societal development.

The event was attended by Prof A Ravinder Nath, Vice Chancellor. Addressing the gathering, Prof Nath emphasised the profound connection between education and cleanliness, as envisioned by Mahatma Gandhi, stating that cleanliness is an integral part of our cultural and moral values.

"This Swachhata drive is not just an activity, but a way to instill Gandhian principles of cleanliness and responsibility in our future generations," Prof. Nath said, adding that it is not merely a one-day event but a way of life. He remarked that the "Swachhata Hi Seva" campaign is a testament to how collective efforts can lead to positive change.

He further stressed that maintaining cleanliness is crucial for personal, societal, and environmental well-being, urging participants to integrate cleanliness into their daily lives as a sustainable habit. He commended the NSS unit for organizing a series of events.

Dean of Academic Affairs, Prof. Shahid Rasool, also praised the NSS unit for their pivotal role throughout the 15-day long campaign, which included activities ranging from cleanliness drives to interactive workshops on sustainable practices, waste segregation, and the harmful effects of plastic pollution.