The Academic and Career Council (PG) of IIT Kanpur, in collaboration with Vigyan Bharati and Student Gymkhana, organized an interactive climate awareness workshop on campus as part of the Bharat Climate Satyagrah Yatra. This nationwide campaign is led by noted environmentalist Chetan Singh Solanki, known as the 'Solar Man of India.' The 100-day yatra aims to spread awareness about climate responsibility and sustainable living, covering more than 5,800 kilometers across 51 cities.
Event Highlights
The event at IIT Kanpur focused on climate action, energy conservation, and sustainable practices. It was organized under the leadership of Animesh Kumar Soni, General Secretary of the Academic and Career Council (PG), along with council members and representatives of Vigyan Bharati and Kendriya Vidyalaya IIT Kanpur. The program began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, followed by addresses from dignitaries including Prof. SSK Iyer of IIT Kanpur, Shivam Trivedi (Joint Secretary of Vigyan Bharati), and Ravish Chandra Pandey (Principal of Kendriya Vidyalaya IIT Kanpur).
Student Engagement
Students participated in interactive discussions and question-answer sessions on climate change, sustainable consumption, and environmental responsibility. Organizers stated that the initiative aimed to motivate students and citizens to adopt environmentally conscious lifestyles.
Key Workshop
The highlight of the program was a 150-minute workshop conducted by Prof. Solanki, who shared insights on climate mitigation strategies, renewable energy adoption, and the importance of reducing overconsumption. Prof. Solanki was later felicitated by Prof. Raghvendra Kumar Chaudhary, faculty advisor of the council, along with student representatives and organizers, for his contribution to environmental awareness and sustainability initiatives.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Kaustubh Omar of Vigyan Bharati.
