The All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and OPPO India launched the second phase of their ‘Generation Green’ campaign with a nationwide e-waste awareness drive at Ramjas College, University of Delhi. Ramjas College became the first ‘Eco-Conscious Champion Institute’ under the initiative. The campaign aims to educate youth on e-waste management and promote sustainable practices.
In the first phase, over 5,000 students from 1,400 institutions were selected as Sustainability Interns, participating in green activities such as awareness sessions and surveys. The second phase focuses on the challenges of electronic waste disposal, targeting 10 lakh students by the end of 2024.
During the launch, Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe, Chairperson of the National Education Technology Forum (NETF), highlighted the importance of educating students on sustainability to drive societal change. Rakesh Bhardwaj, Head of Public Affairs at OPPO India, emphasized the role of youth in achieving India’s Net-Zero vision.
