Puttur: National Disaster Response Force Mangalore, and Regional Rescue Centre, Bangalore, under the joint auspices of Post Graduate Department of Social Work and Post Graduate Department of Commerce, St Philomena College, Puttur conducted environmental protection programme by planting saplings around the college stadium recently.
The program was led by Team Commander Shiva Kumar, 10/BN National Disaster Response Force Mangalore, Regional Rescue Centre, Bangalore. Principal of the College Rev. Dr Antony Prakash Montero presided over the program said that involving with the NDRF in tree plantation program in the campus brings him immense pleasure as the youth in NDRF are renowned for professionalism, indomitable bravery, compassion and empathy. He also said greenery in the campus brings in positive vibes thereby providing a serene study friendly atmosphere. Saplings were planted around the stadium with the cooperation of the students and commanders.
Commanders of National Disaster Response Force, students of Post Graduate Center and the faculty participated in this Programme.