Under the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS-2026) campaign and the “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath” initiative, a special cleanliness drive, Swachhata Pledge and tree plantation programme was organized at the G.B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment, Sikkim Regional Centre on 1^st October,2026

The programme commenced with all participants taking the Swachhata Pledge, wherein they resolved to maintain cleanliness in and around the Institute premises, promote a clean and healthy environment, and create greater awareness about cleanliness.

Following the pledge, a special cleanliness drive was conducted on the Institute premises. The participants actively contributed to cleaning the campus, collecting waste and maintaining cleanliness in the surrounding areas.

As part of the campaign, a tree plantation programme was also organized under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” initiative with the objective of promoting environmental conservation and a greener environment.

A total of 40 participants, including scientists, technical staff, other employees, research scholars and project staff, actively participated in the programme.

The programme highlighted the importance of collective responsibility towards cleanliness, environmental conservation and sustainable practices, while encouraging greater awareness and participation in maintaining a clean and green environment.

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