Science City organises 2-day Nature Guidance Camp

In an initiative aimed at nurturing environmental awareness, Pushpa Gujral Science City, Phagwara, in collaboration with the Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, arranged a two-day Nature Guidance Camp. The primary goal of the camp was to draw the younger generation, particularly students, closer to nature and instil in them a profound sense of responsibility for the conservation of natural resources. Around 40 students and 10 teachers from various educational institutions in Jalandhar and Kapurthala participated in the camp. Addressing the participants, Dr Rajesh Grover, Director, Science City, stressed the urgency of protecting natural resources. Failure to guard these resources from degradation might lead to irreversible consequences, he said. Gitanjali Kanwar, senior coordinator at WWF, extended a warm welcome to the participants during their tour of the Harike wetland. The Harike wetland, renowned for hosting over 360 species of birds annually, both migratory and resident, was unveiled as a paradise for passionate bird watchers. Participants had the opportunity to witness birds like the northern pintail, ruddy shelduck and the black-necked stork during their visit. During the two-day camp, students were immersed in educational sessions and hands-on activities designed to deepen their understanding of environment and underscore the pivotal role each individual can play in its preservation.