State University of Bangladesh celebrated World Environment Day on June 5 to promote environmental conservation keeping in mind that the day acts as a reminder for people to save and maintain the natural resources of the earth
Its Department of Environmental Science organized the celebration with a number of events, including a rally, a tree-planting drive and a speech from notable environmentalist Prof Syed Hafizur Rahman on its main campus in South Purbachal, reads a press release issued on Sunday.
The main purpose of this event was to create awareness among the community, faculty members and students to move towards a sustainable environment and solutions to plastic pollution.
Prof Syed Hafizur Rahman addressed the topic "Solutions to Plastic Pollution," which was the theme of this year's World Environment Day.
He gave the audience insightful information on how to save the earth's resources, find solutions to plastic pollution, and incorporate sustainable habits into people's daily lives.
Prof Syed Hafizur Rahman captivated the audience with real-world examples, which strengthened the students' sense of responsibility and encouraged them to take decisive action toward sustainability.
Md Zahidul Islam, the head of the environmental science department, focused on the elimination of single-use plastic in educational institutions.
The event served as a platform to highlight the pressing need for collective action and sustainable strategies to combat the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on the earth.
After the speech, a departmental rally was organized on the university campus.
At this event, faculty members, students and the guest speaker held the banner and chanted slogans, advocating for a solution to plastic pollution.
The main purpose of this demonstration was to raise awareness among individuals about building a sustainable future by combating plastic pollution and creating a healthier and cleaner society.
One of the most important activities in this celebration, the planting of trees around the perimeter of the campus, involved everyone.
While the demonstration brought people together and reinforced the idea of collective action, the guest speaker awakened a sense of environmental responsibility.
The university's commitment to a greener future was showcased by the tree plantation, which also gave the participants the chance to actively support a sustainable environment.
By observing World Environment Day with such enthusiasm and dedication, State University of Bangladesh sets a high standard, encouraging others to take active steps towards a more balanced and sustainable environment.
