World Environment Day celebrated at Thiruvananthapuram railway division

The Thiruvananthapuram division of the Southern Railway celebrated World Environment Day on Thursday by organising various events emphasising environmental awareness and sustainability. The celebrations commenced with the #LifeMission pledge administered by Manish Thaplyal, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), and the flagging off of an awareness rally at the DRM’s office, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram. The railway personnel, housekeeping staff, St. John’s Ambulance Brigade, and Student Police Cadets from Government GHSS, Pattom, attended the rally.

At Platform No. 1, KG students from New India English Medium Public School, Vembayam, and Vrindavan School of Kindergarten, Peyad, showcased innovative concepts on reducing plastic usage through an exhibition on plastic reuse. DRM inaugurated the exhibition and interacted with the children. This was followed by a dance performance on biodiversity by students from University College Thiruvananthapuram.

The DRM also delivered the World Environment Day message and distributed tree saplings to staff and student volunteers. The medical branch of the Thiruvananthapuram Division conducted a special cleanliness and beautification drive at Pettah Railway Station, rejuvenating the station garden. A pledge-taking ceremony was also held at the Divisional Railway Hospital, Pettah. Special drives were organised at all major stations in the division with the “Beat Plastic Pollution” message.

Published - June 05, 2025 08:23 pm IST