World Environment Day is a globally recognized event that is celebrated every year on June 5th. The main objective of World Environment Day is to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote efforts to protect the planet. The first World Environment Day was celebrated in 1974, and since then, it has become a platform for individuals, organizations, and governments to take action on environmental issues and promote sustainable practices.

The Viswagandha Foundation’s plantation drive on World Environment Day is a commendable initiative that honors the legacy of the event by taking concrete action to combat climate change and preserve the environment. By planting trees, the Foundation is contributing to reducing carbon emissions, promoting biodiversity, and improving ecosystem health, which in turn benefits our physical and mental well-being. This is a positive step towards creating a more sustainable future for ourselves and future generations.

On June 5th, 2022, the Durgapur Viswagandha Science Society organized a tree plantation drive at Troika Park, where more than 50 trees were planted. 

Distinguished personalities such as:

• Shri Kalyan Das, Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forest & Chief Conservator of Forest (South Eastern Circle)
• Shri Nilratan Panda, Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Government of West Bengal
• Smt Sarada Saha, Asstt DFO
• Shri Mritunjoy Kumar, General Manager, Environment, Eastern Coalfields Ltd
• Anindita Mukherjee, Mayor of Durgapur
• Students From DAV, Carmel, Hem Sheela and many more.

were present on the occasion. The event was quite successful, with free saplings provided by the W B Government Nursery, Bidhan Nagar, Durgapur.