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

Tanisha Cardozo

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.

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.

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St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa NSS unit Commemorates Plantation Drive – “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0”

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The NSS Unit of St. Xavier’s College – Mapusa, organized a plantation drive beginning on on 30th June 2025 until 7th July 2025 commemorating the initiative “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0”, which encouraged NSS volunteers to plant a sapling in honour of their mothers.

The event began with a brief introduction by the NSS Chief Programme Officer, Dr. Rheane Da Silva who highlighted the significance of the campaign and its message of environmental responsibility and gratitude toward motherhood. The plantation drive was formally inaugurated by the dignitaries of the college. The first sapling was planted by the Administrator, Rev. Fr. Tony Salema, followed by Acting Principal, Ms. Ursula Barreto. The Vice Principal, Prof. Filipe Rodrigues e Melo, carried out the third plantation. Guest of Honour, Mr. Vincy Quatros, a renowned Konkani writer planted a sapling, expressing his support for the cause. Dr.Raina of GVM’s Ponda enthusiastically participated in the plantation drive.

The Programme Officers, Dr. Rheane Da Silva, Mr. Sujay Rane and Mr. Rahul Naik along with the college gardeners Mr. Satish and Mr. Dessai alongside 35 NSS volunteers planted the saplings with active enthusiasm. In total, 70 saplings were planted during the drive. The sapling varieties included Badam (Almond), Gulmohar, Mango, Jackfruit, Cashew, Awla, Techoma and other native species suitable for the terrain.

The plantation was carried out in specific areas of the campus, including the periphery of the college sports ground and along the pathways to encourage shade in the future. These locations were selected to ensure the long-term visibility and the long term impact of trees to maintain a cooler temperature on campus.

To ensure proper maintenance, each sapling has been assigned to a dedicated pair of NSS volunteers who will take care of the plants throughout the year. The plantation drive concluded successfully, marking a meaningful contribution to both environmental preservation and the emotional spirit behind the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0” initiative.