Harike Nature Camp started successfully by DAV College Jalandhar.
The Department of Botany of DAV College Jalandhar organized a three-day Nature camp to Harike wetland under the Environment Education Programme from January 22 to 24, 2024. The Nature Camps Programme is an initiative of Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, Chandigarh supported by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate, Government of India.
On the first day of the camp, the journey started from the DAV College Jalandhar to Harike wetland, Ferozepur. The inaugural session of the camp was held at the Interpretation Centre of Harike Wildlife Sanctuary. The event was hosted by Dr. Sapana Sharma (Assistant Professor, Botany). Dr. Komal Arora (HOD, Botany) welcomed all the guests and participants. She gave brief introduction about the programme, objectives of organizing Nature Camps and the workshops planned during the event. Further, Dr. Rajesh Kumar (Principal, DAV College) shared his valuable words of wisdom with students. He explained the significance of wetlands and their protection strategies. At the end of morning session, the reading material of the camp was released in the form of booklet. The students were distributed kits, caps and the booklet specially designed for the programme.
The resource person of the day was Dr. Daizy Sharma (HOD, Botany, DAV College, Amritsar). She delivered an intellectual lecture about the importance of wetlands and why conserving the nature is important. She interacted with students in an encouraging way to instil the love for mother nature within them. She addressed the queries of students and appreciated the efforts of Botany Department in organizing a well-planned camp for participants from DAV and Trinity college.
Post-lunch session included a walk through the Harike bird sanctuary. Students were made aware about different type of tree species, birds and animals found in the area by the forest officials. Dr. Lovleen (Assistant Professor, Botany) also introduced various plant species to participants. Dr. Komal Arora conducted a session on sampling of plant communities and various methods of sampling adopted for diverse ecosystems. After the walk, through the sanctuary, students felt exhilarated about the serene beauty and the bird diversity of the area.
The day concluded with heavy tea and the feedback session by two campers. The overall arrangements were appreciated by all participants.
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