Bashundhara Tissue, Shuvosangho hold tree plantation drive at JU

Bashundhara Tissue and Shuvosangho jointly organised a tree plantation programme at Jahangirnagar University (JU) on Saturday under the theme, "A Beautiful Tomorrow Through Greenery", to promote environmental conservation and sustainable development.

JU Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Nazrul Islam (Administration) inaugurated the programme at the university's Central Playground at 10am.

As part of the initiative, members of Bashundhara Shuvosangho planted fruit-bearing, timber and medicinal tree saplings at different important locations on the campus, including around the Central Playground and the premises of several residential halls, with the aim of preserving ecological balance and promoting a greener campus.

Speaking as the chief guest, Prof Nazrul Islam said there is no alternative to tree plantation in addressing the challenges of climate change.

"The greening initiative undertaken by Bashundhara Shuvosangho across the country by engaging young people is highly commendable. Programmes like this at a naturally rich and biodiverse campus such as Jahangirnagar University will further enhance environmental awareness among students," he said.

Expressing her feelings after the programme, Bashundhara Shuvosangho JU unit President Prottasha Rani said the successful implementation of the tree plantation drive will help make the campus greener, more beautiful and environmentally friendly.

"We believe this initiative will encourage greater environmental awareness among students. Let us build a greener future not only by planting trees but also by taking proper care of them," she said.