Sarvodaya High School Plants Seeds of Change with Green Drive in Collaboration with Forest Department

Curchorem, Goa | July 30, 2025 — Sarvodaya Educational Society’s High School in Curchorem, Quepem Taluka, took a meaningful step towards environmental action through a collaborative Green Drive with the Forest & Marine Department, South Goa District.

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Held on the school grounds, the initiative featured sapling distribution, student participation, tree-themed performances, and awareness sessions under the powerful banner “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam.” The event not only emphasized the importance of planting trees but also nurturing them as a long-term responsibility.

Highlights of the Day:

• Eco Club President Vedang Labhor opened the program, recounting past eco-initiatives and stressing continued collaboration for a sustainable future.
  
• Headmistress Tr. Shubha Phal Dessai expressed gratitude to Forest Range Officers Rajesh Naik, Shakshi Sulesh Naik, Krupashak Fotto, and their team for their presence and guidance.
  
• A special talk by Forest Officer Mr. Rajesh Naik enlightened Std. 6 and 7 students on the ecological and societal benefits of trees.
  
• The school choral group performed tree-themed songs, adding a soulful layer to the celebration.
  
• A total of 815 saplings were distributed to students and teachers, who then took a collective pledge to nurture the plants and ensure their survival.
  
• Planting activities were conducted within the school premises, led by students and teachers, reinforcing the message of action and accountability.
  

The program was compered by Eco Club Coordinator Tr. Maria Estela Fernandes, with support from Coordinators Hema Naik, Roycee Fernandes, and the entire Eco Club team.

“Our students are the future, and every sapling planted today is a promise for tomorrow,” said Headmistress Mrs. Shubha Phal Dessai.

Sarvodaya’s Green Drive is a shining example of how youth-led, community-backed environmental action can foster long-term change. Through education, hands-on activity, and inter-departmental collaboration, the school continues to empower the next generation of environmental stewards.