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PANAJI: YUVA, in collaboration with the Forest Department, organized plantation activities at Bal Bharati, Ribandar and at the Institute of Maritime Studies, Vasco.
At Bal Bharati, the event was led by YUVA President Sarvesh Shetye, Secretary Diksha Shetye, Coordinator Harsh Desai, members Chirag Verenkar, Rigved Pednekar, Ravish Shetye, Veda Dessai, and Shamitha Shetty were present. Principal Mrs Apolonia Fernandes and Teacher Incharge Mrs Ankita Fadte oversaw the planting of saplings, with the participation of Forest Officer Vishant Fatarpekar and students.
At the Institute of Maritime Studies (IMS Vasco), the event was coordinated by Harsh Desai and Vaman Sakhalkar, YUVA Founder Raghuvir Mahale, Forest RFOs Shefali Naik, Shubham Naik, and Dnyanesh Naik were present. IMS Director Shivram Kamat and Teacher Incharge Heston Dias guided students and their faculty in planting saplings. These initiatives highlighted the importance of environmental conservation and actively involved students and faculty in enhancing green cover. The dedication and enthusiasm of all participants played a crucial role in the success of these events.
