The ICAR-CIFA here observed 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and created awareness on cleanliness and plastic waste management.
Several cleaning and awareness programmes were organized in nearby schools and public places about plastic waste management. Campaigns and rallies were also conducted in Astaranga, Dhauli and Uttara Chhak to educate the common men about the perils of single use plastic. Various competitive events like debate, painting, essay writing were held for the school students on the theme ‘Gandhiji: His Life and Teachings’.
The event was attended by several eminent personalities, including Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi, chairman, Prerana Dr Dillip Srichandan and noted Gandhian Prahallad Kumar Sinha as guests.
Over 200 people comprising scientists, farmers and students from six neighbouring high schools joined.
CIFA Director Dr BR Pillai welcomed all. Chairman, Swachh Bharat Aviyan Committee Nitish Kumar Chandan spoke on the programme "Swachhata Hi Seva and the activities of the institute from September 11 to October 22.
Dr Srichandan spoke on plastic waste management. He called for mass movement. Sinha spoke on the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. MP Sarangi expressed happiness that ICAR-CIFA organised several events, activities, campaigns to create awareness about the Swachhata mission.