KMV organises workshop on compost making, waste segregation and achieving zero waste through innovative low- cost teaching aids

Jalandhar, September 6, 2024: Kanya Maha Vidyalaya (Autonomous) organised a workshop on  two topics  "Preparing for your Future : A Journey towards  Zero Waste &  Permaculture Living"  and  "Compost Making, Waste Segregation and Achieving Zero Waste through Innovative Low- Cost Teaching Aids". 

The workshop was organised under a research project granted by the National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science and Technology, Government of India to Dr. Pardeep Arora (PI) and Dr. Harpreet Kaur (Co-PI) the faculty of KMV on the topic Developing Low Cost Teaching Aids in Promoting Sustainable Waste Management: Swachh Bharat Paradigms. 

Jyotsna Jain participated as a keynote speaker in this workshop. She is a professional dedicated to permaculture design and facilitating sustainable workshops. 

Principal Prof. (Dr.) Atima Sharma Dwivedi during her address, welcomed all the guests and made them aware of the need and importance of sustainable waste management to achieve the objective of Swachh Bharat. Along with this, she also inspired all the youth to strengthen the resolve for a clean India as well as a new emerging India. 

Jyotsna delivered an insightful presentation on the principles of permaculture living and the concept of zero waste. Her discussion emphasized the importance of sustainable practices that harmonise with the natural environment, showcasing how individuals and communities can adopt these methods to enhance their ecological footprint. By integrating permaculture principles, she illustrated how one can create self-sustaining systems that not only provide for personal needs but also contribute positively to the surrounding ecosystem. 

During her talk, Jyotsna elaborated on the significance of zero waste as a lifestyle choice that minimizes environmental impact. She provided practical examples and strategies for reducing waste in daily life, encouraging attendees to rethink their consumption habits and embrace more sustainable alternatives. 

It is pertinent to mention that more than 500 students from Sanskriiti K.M.V School  participated in this workshop with full zeal and enthusiasm. 

Principal lauded the efforts of Dr. Pardeep Arora, Head, Department of AI & Data Science, Dr Harpreet Kaur, Head, P. G. Department of Fashion Designing and the whole organising committee for successfully organising the workshop.