The NSS Unit of B.K.L. Walawalkar Rural Medical College, Sawarde, Chiplun, organized a World Environment Day Celebration on 5th June 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, at Lecture Hall No. 2, Hospital Building. The programme was conducted under the theme “Save Tulsi, Save Environment” with the objective of creating awareness among students about environmental conservation, sustainable living, and the importance of medicinal plants. The programme was attended by 08 NSS volunteers and 143 M.B.B.S. Batch 2025 students, along with 04 teachers/faculty members. Dr. Arvind Yadav, Chairman, IQAC, was the Chief Guest, accompanied by Dr. Bhagwat, Professor of Biochemistry, and other faculty members. The programme was coordinated by Dr. Chetan Javsen, NSS Programme Coordinator. The programme began with a welcome address by Miss Asrin, followed by presentations by NSS volunteers highlighting the environmental, medicinal, and traditional health benefits of Tulsi (Holy Basil). The students emphasized the importance of protecting medicinal plants and incorporating environmentally responsible practices into daily life. Dr. Bhagwat addressed the gathering on environmental awareness and discussed major environmental concerns such as pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss. He encouraged students to adopt eco-friendly practices and actively participate in environmental conservation initiatives. As part of the celebration, Tulsi plants were presented to the dignitaries, followed by a Tulsi plantation activity involving faculty members and students. The activity reinforced the central message of “Save Tulsi, Save Environment” and encouraged participants to take individual responsibility for protecting the environment. The programme concluded successfully with active participation from students and faculty. The celebration created awareness about environmental sustainability and motivated the participants to contribute towards building a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future.
