Plantation drive held at HP agri varsity to promote green cover, sustainability

Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur, organised a plantation drive on Saturday, collaboratively led by the Department of Agronomy and the Department of Horticulture and Agroforestry. The event was graced by Vice-Chancellor Naveen Kumar, who was the chief guest, along with the Director of Extension Education, Dean College of Agriculture, Dean College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, librarian, Students’ Welfare Officer, Estate Officer, HoDs, faculty members and students.

More than 70 fruit plants were planted during the event in the student farm, adding to the 400 fruit and medicinal plants already established by the Department of Agronomy. Nearly 100 students also actively participated in the drive, contributing their efforts and enthusiasm to the cause.

The VC lauded the initiative of both departments and emphasised the role of such efforts in promoting green cover, biodiversity conservation and climate resilience. He urged the students to actively engage in similar environment-focused activities, aligning with the university’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and ecological balance.

MC Rana, Dean of the College of Agriculture, appreciated the plantation drive and said the growing green resources would not only serve as practical learning tools but also as a means to promote nutritional security and long-term sustainability.

Other statutory officers of the university also acknowledged the collaborative spirit between departments and underscored the importance of continued inter-departmental environmental initiatives to address ecological challenges and promote sustainable development.