Dimapur, Nagaland – Three prominent educational institutions in Nagaland are leading the charge in environmental sustainability, partnering with “Act For India,” a dynamic youth-led initiative dedicated to promoting eco-conscious living and significantly reducing plastic waste.
St. Mary Higher Secondary School (Dimapur), Libemo Memorial School (Wokha), and Milon School (Dimapur) have made a strong commitment to key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and are actively working towards eliminating single-use plastics from their campuses. This is being achieved through the adoption of Act For India’s innovative SS202 stainless steel water bottles, offering a durable and eco-friendly alternative.
This groundbreaking partnership marks a crucial step as Nagaland celebrate environment day with sustainable initiative, especially in the lead-up to World Environment Day 2025. This year’s global focus on ecosystem restoration and climate resilience resonates deeply with the collaborative efforts of these schools.
Pioneering Eco-Initiatives in Schools:
* St. Mary Higher Secondary School, Dimapur, is setting a precedent for environmental responsibility. The school is integrating zero-waste practices and comprehensive plastic reduction strategies directly into its curriculum and fostering a strong eco-conscious school culture.
* Libemo Memorial School, Wokha, has wholeheartedly embraced environmental stewardship. Both students and staff are actively engaged in impactful green initiatives and robust waste management programs, showcasing a collective commitment to a greener future.
* Milon School, Dimapur, has already launched successful and innovative campus-wide campaigns. These include highly effective stainless steel bottle drives and widespread “green classroom” pledges, demonstrating their dedication to tangible environmental action.
Renjanthung L. Patton, the visionary Founder of Act For India, underscored the profound significance of this alliance, highlighting its potential to inspire widespread change across the region.
Nagaland University Research Scholars’ Forum Announces World Environment Day Tree Planting Competition
Kohima, Nagaland – In anticipation of World Environment Day 2025, the Nagaland University Research Scholars’ Forum (NURSF), Kohima Campus, is organizing an engaging tree planting competition to ignite environmental awareness and inspire individual action.
Participants are invited to showcase their commitment to nature by planting a tree, capturing a photo during the planting process, and recording a short video. The video should explain the plant’s name and emphasize the vital importance of tree plantation for our planet as Nagaland celebrate environment day with sustainable initiatives.
Entries for this exciting competition are to be submitted via WhatsApp to 7005498030 on June 5th or June 6th, 2025.
All submitted photos and videos will be proudly featured on NURSF Kohima’s official social media platforms by June 10th. The much-anticipated winners will be announced on June 25th, with selection based on the number of likes, shares, and views received, encouraging community engagement.
The competition is open to everyone, transcending age or language barriers, inviting all citizens to actively participate in crucial environmental conservation efforts.
Kohima Forest Division Leads Plantation Drive at Nagaland Legislature Quarters for World Environment Day 2025
As part of the World Environment Day 2025 celebrations, the dedicated staff of the Kohima Forest Division conducted a impactful plantation drive on June 3rd at the picturesque Legislature Quarters in Thizama. This significant initiative was spearheaded by the esteemed Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change and Village Guards, CL John.
Emphasizing this year’s critical World Environment Day theme, “Ending Plastic Pollution,” Minister CL John highlighted that collective efforts are absolutely essential to successfully combat and end plastic pollution. He also stressed the enduring importance of tree plantation, encouraging everyone to cultivate the habit of planting trees whenever possible, rather than viewing it as a one-time event.
With a clear objective to enhance the urban greenery of the area, the extensive plantation drive commenced from the entrance and meticulously covered the surrounding areas within the vicinity of the quarters.
Western Sümi Students’ Union Marks World Environment Day with Tree Plantation Initiative
Dimapur, Nagaland – The Western Sümi Students’ Union (WSSU) proudly observed World Environment Day under the poignant theme “Ending Plastic Pollution Globally” with a dedicated tree plantation initiative at its office on June 4th.
As a vital part of the celebration, healthy tree saplings were thoughtfully distributed to WSSU’s various Units and Sub-Units. These saplings are intended for planting at their respective offices, thereby reinforcing the profound importance of environmental conservation across the region. This commendable initiative was conducted in close collaboration with the Forest Department, benefiting from the expertise of the Divisional Forest Officer and Assistant Conservator of Forests, Dimapur.
Kohima Forest Division Announces Winners of “Ending Plastic Pollution” Slogan Competition
Kohima, Nagaland – The Kohima Forest Division has officially announced the talented winners of its Online Open Slogan Competition, held under the compelling theme “Ending Plastic Pollution Globally.”
The deserving winners are as follows:
* First Position: Leye Konyak, with the impactful slogan: “DON’T LET PLASTIC OUTLIVE US!”
* Second Position: Javizo Metha, for the insightful slogan: “Unwrap the World from the use of Plastic”
* Third Position: Khriezokhonuo, with the creative and memorable slogan: “P – Please, L – Look, A – Around, S – See, T – That, I – I’m, C – Controlled Cause I’m everywhere”
The winners are kindly requested to collect their well-earned cash prizes from the office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Kohima Forest Division, located at the Forest Office Complex, below MHBHSS. The collection is scheduled for June 10th, 2025, at 12 noon, and winners are advised to bring a valid ID proof.
The various initiatives across Nagaland, from school partnerships to community-led drives and creative competitions, paint a clear picture of a region deeply invested in environmental stewardship. Nagaland celebrate Environment Day with sustainable initiatives, demonstrating a strong collective commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges like plastic pollution and climate change. These concerted efforts, spanning educational institutions, government bodies, and student organizations, signify a promising path towards a greener, more sustainable future for Nagaland and its communities.