2-day ‘Paudh Mela’ kicks off in city

Chandigarh: UT adviser Rajeev Verma inaugurated the two-day ‘Paudh Mela’ at Lake Sports Complex parking area on Saturday.
There are various stalls at the mela put up by the department of forest and wildlife, engineering department, the municipal corporation, among others.
Additionally, stalls from self-help groups (SHGs), non-governmental organisations (NGOs), various schools, and colleges showcase a wide variety of products and information, including compost and composting techniques, herbal seeds, bamboo products, kitchen waste composting, organic farming and gardening, and more.
In his address, Verma emphasised the importance of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, urging everyone to plant at least one tree during the monsoon season.
As part of the event, saplings were distributed to the public, encouraging community participation in environmental conservation.
The Chandigarh Renewable Energy and Science & Technology Promotion Society (CREST) showcased the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijali Yozna at their stall, promoting the scheme and raising awareness among the public about the government’s initiative to provide free electricity through solar power.
During the event, prizes were distributed to students for their outstanding performances in the events organised by the forest department on occasion of World Biodiversity Day.