Calls for “Ek Ped Vishwavidyalaya Ke Naam”
JK News Today
Jammu, July 20: Saying that ecological values were deeply rooted in the Indian tradition, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu Prof Umesh Rai today observed that rising temperatures, depleting groundwater, and global warming are all reminders that nature needs urgent care.
“To save ourselves, we are left with no choice but to plant more and more trees,” the Vice Chancellor said while interacting with the participants during the green campus initiative ‘From Sips to Saplings’, organised in the Campus.
The Vice Chancellor said, “In our culture, ponds, wells, and gardens were once considered symbols of virtue. But as they gradually disappeared, so did the balance in our environment. When gardens disappear, childhood disappears too.”
He lauded the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s inspiring call for “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” and extended it with his own appeal to the campus community to dedicate “Ek Ped Vishwavidyalaya Ke Naam”, symbolizing a personal commitment to the environment.
Prof. Rai also acknowledged the commendable efforts of the University’s Arboriculture team, in particular Ajmer Singh. Arboriculturist, saying: “The visible transformation of the campus into a greener space over the past three and a half years is the result of their dedication and consistent work. I may be the facilitator, but the credit truly belongs to them”.
