Parisara Dina at Namma Mane: Youth Red Cross
On 6th June 2024, the Youth Red Cross Association of Besant Women's College organized Parisara Dina ,at namma mane a unique environmental awareness event held at Namma Maane, which translated to each student's home. Every Youth Red Cross student volunteer participated by planting a variety of plants in their own homes, aiming to create awareness about the importance of environmental conservation. The initiative was well-received, with every student actively involved, choosing and planting saplings ranging from flowering plants to medicinal herbs. The event highlighted the significance of greenery in improving air quality and maintaining ecological balance. It also provided students with practical gardening skills and a deeper understanding of the role plants play in sustaining life. The success of Parisara Dina was evident in the enthusiastic participation of the students, who documented and shared their planting efforts This initiative not only fostered a sense of community and shared responsibility but also contributed positively to the environment, making it a commendable effort by the Youth Red Cross Association of Besant Women's College.
Objectives: Promote Environmental Awareness: Educate students about the importance of environmental conservation and the role of plants in maintaining ecological balance.Encourage Sustainable Practices: Instill a sense of responsibility among students to adopt and practice sustainable habits by planting and nurturing plants.Enhance Practical Gardening Skills: Provide students with hands-on experience in gardening, teaching them how to plant and care for different types of plants.
Outcome: Increased Environmental Awareness: Students gained a deeper understanding of the importance of environmental conservation and the role of plants in maintaining ecological balance.Adoption of Sustainable Practices: Participants developed a habit of planting and nurturing plants, promoting sustainable living practices within their homes.The initiative resulted in an increase in the number of plants in students' local environments, contributing to better air quality and aesthetic value
