As per the Direction of Dr. Makarand Madhao Ghangrekar, Director, NIT Puducherry, the NSS/NCC Unit of NIT Puducherry in association with the Puducherry Coastal Clean-up Movement, Karaikal conducted the ‘Coastal Clean-up Campaign’ in Mandapathur Beach between 7 AM to 10 AM on 21st September 2024. The event was organized in line with the International Coastal Clean-up Day celebration and as part of the ‘Swatchatta Hi Seva’.
In the coastal clean-up campaign, student volunteers removed trash and garbage from the beaches and shorelines. This campaign also raised awareness about marine pollution and the importance of protecting our oceans and coasts.Around 125 NSS/NCC volunteers actively participated and contributed to securing marine ecosystems.
Dr. S. Babu, Senior SASO, NIT Puducherry, Dr. Ramjethmalani C H, Assistant Professor (EEE), NIT Puducherry and Dr. Karthik N, Assistant Professor (CSE) and NSS Coordinator, NIT Puducherry have participated in this event.