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| World Wetlands Day:EIACP hosts Mansar Lake tour for GCW- Parade students | |
Jammu,February 03 (Scoop News)- To mark World Wetlands Day 2026, Department of Ecology, Environment & Remote Sensing (EIACP) J&K Hub on Tuesday organized an awareness and outreach programme in alignment with the global theme of “Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage” and the Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) initiative.
The event aimed to sensitize students and the local community to the ecological, cultural and environmental significance of wetlands.
Students from the Department of Environmental Sciences (EVS), Government College for Women (GCW), Parade, along with Dr. Harmanmeet Kour, HOD & Dr. Neha were taken on an educational field visit to Mansar Lake, a renowned wetland and a Ramsar site of Jammu region. During the visit, an awareness rally was organized around the periphery of the lake, where students actively spread messages discouraging the use of plastic and highlighting its harmful effects on wetlands and biodiversity.
A cleanliness drive was also conducted along the lake area, in which students participated enthusiastically. The drive resulted in the collection of approximately 70 kilograms of plastic waste (handed over to Wildlife department for disposal under rule), reinforcing the core principles of Mission LiFE through collective action and responsible behavior.
The participants were briefed about the ecological importance of Mansar Lake by Yashbeer Singh, Block Development Officer (BDO), who highlighted its biodiversity, conservation challenges and sustainable management practices.
The Programme Officer- EIACP J&K Hub, Dr. Kirti Bhatt elaborated on the cultural significance of wetlands, Ramsar sites and their role in maintaining ecological balance, emphasizing the need for community participation in wetland conservation.
The programme was attended by Range Officer, Anil Sharma, Nitin Sharma, Chetan Gupta along with the staff of the NMSHE Project. The event witnessed the active participation of nearly 60 students and stakeholders, making it a meaningful and impactful observance of World Wetlands Day 2026. The programme was organized under the supervision of Dr. Rajan Singh, Coordinator, EIACP J&K hub.
Div Com reviews progress on Traffic Streamlining in Srinagar
SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 3: Jammu, Srinagar, February 03 (Scoop News)-As part of continued efforts to streamline traffic movement in Srinagar city, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee on Traffic Management System for Srinagar City.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Vice Chairpersons of LCMA and SDA, Regional Transport Officer Kashmir, SSp Traffic, Joint Commissioner SMC, and senior officers from R&B and SSCL.
During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner directed the SSCL to prepare DPR for the development of a rotary at Exchange Junction. SSCL was also directed to start traffic on the trail basis over realigned takeoff corridor towards airport flyover.
He also reviewed the induction and management of one-way traffic on various routes and stressed effective implementation for smoother traffic flow.
Regarding development of parking at several locations, he instructed Deputy Commissioner Srinagar to develop surface parking facilities at the Children’s Hospital and JVC, while the Vice Chairperson LCMA was directed to develop parking facilities at Chattabal.
To augment parking space at Jahangir Chowk, he directed Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) to relocate kiosks.
The Divisional Commissioner also directed that work on e-bus charging stations at Batamaloo be commenced from February 15.
It was informed that Zoonimar charging station shall be functional by February 15.
Regarding the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS), the meeting was informed that all 800 traffic cameras are functioning smoothly. In view of the proposed installation of traffic lights at Bemina and Nowgam Flyovers, concerned agency was instructed to take up the work on priority. However, the meeting decided to explore the feasibility of constructing a rotary at Sanatnagar Flyover to streamline the Traffic System.
The Divisional Commissioner further directed SMC to install ‘No Honking Zone’ signage at identified locations across the city. He also instructed the concerned authorities to close vulnerable median crossings along the road stretch from Pantha Chowk to Shalteng to enhance road safety.
Also, the Div Com directed the SSP Traffic to intensify action against illegal parking and ensure generation of challans using SSCL traffic cameras.
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