Jal Shakti Abhiyan, a flagship scheme of Government of India to conserve water, has been launched in Chandigarh and as a part of the scheme, Eco-club Day was celebrated in 114 Govt and private schools on Monday.
The theme of the celebration was water conservation and tree plantation as more than 20,000 students from all schools took part in various activities. The abhiyan includes water conservation and Rain Water Harvesting, renovation of traditional and other water bodies and tanks, reuse and recharge structures and intensive Afforestation
Manoj Parida, Adviser to the UT Administrator was the Chief Guest at GMSSS, Sector -16, Chandigarh. He flagged off a rally of around 600 students, based on the theme of water conservation.
Under the Jal Shakti Abhiyan Jan Andolan, a tree plantation drive was carried out, in which more than 100 students of the school participated.
The students of the school also presented a small skit to save water. The Adviser motivated thechildren to contribute to saving water and protecting the environment for future generations through a story.
Officials of Chandigarh Administration were present at the occasion. Activities will continue to enhance people’s participation in the andolan, a statement said.
