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Ludhiana: Marking the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (Swachh Vayu Diwas), municipal corporation commissioner Sandeep Rishi met with students from various government schools at MC Zone D office on Saturday. He urged them to commence a ‘ chain reaction ’ to spread awareness among residents regarding solid waste management . Around 20 students from over 10 government schools proposed clean air solutions for improving city’s air and MC commissioner honoured them as ‘young champions’ for their efforts to bring a positive change in society.
The meeting was organised by MC Ludhiana in association with Clean Air Punjab. The initiative was a part of the ‘ Young Champions for Clean Air’ programme. During the event, each school was given 10 minutes to present their proposals, which were based on the National Clean Air Action Plan.
The recommendations included measures such as making carpooling to school mandatory, increasing green cover, promoting electric vehicles, and enhancing public awareness on air quality issues. A student from Nakul Taank of Government Model Senior Secondary school, Cemetery Road, said that they are proud to have the opportunity to present their ideas to the MC commissioner. The aim was to help make Ludhiana a cleaner, healthier city for everyone.
The students hoped that their suggestions would be implemented to make a significant impact in society. Principal of Indrapuri School of Eminence (SOE), Jaswinder Singh, said that the students showed exceptional initiative and dedication in developing the proposals. “Their participation in this event reflects their commitment to making a meaningful difference in their community.
Their teachers are also proud to support their efforts for bringing about positive environmental change.,” the principal said. Aakash Gupta from Clean Air Punjab said that the event showcased the powerful role that young people can play in bringing environmental changes.
“We are proud to support these student leaders who have stepped up to propose practical and impactful solutions for improving air quality in the city,” he said. MC commissioner responded positively to the proposals and said that the enthusiasm and innovative ideas presented by these young students are truly commendable. “It is heartening to see youth playing an active role in shaping a cleaner, healthier future for Ludhiana.
Their recommendations will be considered seriously in the ongoing efforts to combat air pollution in the city,” the MC commissioner said. We also published the following articles recently Agra pips city on 3rd spot for clean air Lucknow has fallen to fourth place in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan-2024 despite increasing its score from 177.7 to 189 out of 200.
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