<p>On the occasion of World Environment Day, St Charles Women’s PU College organised an 850 m walkathon to raise awareness on how to beat plastic pollution and ensure sustainable growth. </p>.<p>The event, organised by the college’s interact club on Monday, began with chief guest Bhargavi, programme manager of Urban Systems Lab at the Socrates Foundation, planting a sapling. </p>.<p>During the walkathon, from the college campus to Richards Park, students and faculty members raised slogans and engaged in discussions. </p>.<p>“This event demonstrates our commitment towards becoming environmentally conscious citizens, who will be at the forefront of global sustainability efforts and will encourage and educate people to stop using single-use plastic,” said Principal Dr Sr Nancy Cutinho.</p>
<p>On the occasion of World Environment Day, St Charles Women’s PU College organised an 850 m walkathon to raise awareness on how to beat plastic pollution and ensure sustainable growth. </p>.<p>The event, organised by the college’s interact club on Monday, began with chief guest Bhargavi, programme manager of Urban Systems Lab at the Socrates Foundation, planting a sapling. </p>.<p>During the walkathon, from the college campus to Richards Park, students and faculty members raised slogans and engaged in discussions. </p>.<p>“This event demonstrates our commitment towards becoming environmentally conscious citizens, who will be at the forefront of global sustainability efforts and will encourage and educate people to stop using single-use plastic,” said Principal Dr Sr Nancy Cutinho.</p>