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Saturday, August 30, 2008

Ecology Day celebrations in Pune city

Pune: A unique celebration first time ever Ecology day celebration on 31st August to focus on action rather than words is receiving full hearted support from Water Resources Group of Institution of Engineers of India , Pune Local Chapter, Indian Environment Association, Indian Association of Aquatic Biologists, Department of Environmental Science, University of Pune, Bal Shikshan Mandir, Jnana Prabodhini and Praj Foundation.

Er. Sudarshan Tandale, Convener of Water Resources Group said that Ecology Day means the combined action of Engineers and Scientist for a common cause to restore the quality of water bodies for their sustainable use. Er V.M Ranade, Secretary (retd.) Irrigation noted that Punekars must initiate actions to imply judicious use of water to avoid wastages; they should also take measures to curb pollution.

Dr. Vikram Ghole, Head of Department of Environment Science, University of Pune has supported the celebration of Ecology Day stating the need for strengthening movement of restoration of water bodies in Pune. He has also extended his co-operation for initiation of revitalization of lakes and rivers with expert guidance. Dr A. D. Patwardhan, Chairman of Indian Environment Association Pune Chapter expressed that it is a good start of Ecology Day in presence of International experts like Dr. Nakamura and Dr. Walter Rast.

Principals of supporting schools have urged the need of such programmes to help creative minds of students to learn more about our rivers and lakes. Dr. Mohan Kodarkar of Indian of Indian Association of Aquatic Biologists (IAAB), Hyderabad acclaimed efforts of SERI in organizing unique Ecology Day for the first time in Pune and emphasized the need for organizing similar celebration, adoption of Ecology Day in other cities not only in India but also abroad to ensure restoration of quality of environment.

Organizers appeal to the environment sensitive citizens to participate in competition of Green Expression and Programmeon or before 22nd August; for more details to contact Nidhi / Uday, Shrishti Eco-Research Institute (SERI) on 24253773/66206539 or mail: seriecotech@yahoo.co.in.


SHRISHTI ECO - RESEARCH INSTITUTE
E3T - Effective Economic Ecological Technologies For Pollution Control
B-106, Devgiri, Opp. P. L. Deshpande Garden, Near Ganesh Mala,
Sinhgad Road, Pune - 411030.
Telefax- (020) 66206539 Phone- (020) 24253773
www.seriecotech.com

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