JnU observes World Environment Day

Marking World Environment Day 2026, the Department of Geography and Environment at Jagannath University (JnU) organised a rally, a tree plantation programme, and a seminar titled “Climate Change: Today's Actions, Tomorrow's Security” on Tuesday.

The event was attended by the Vice-Chancellor of Jagannath University Prof Dr Md Rais Uddin, as the chief guest.

Addressing the gathering, he emphasised the importance of raising awareness to tackle environmental and climate challenges, stating that changes in human attitudes and behavior are essential for addressing the climate crisis.

He noted that environmental education should begin within families and stressed the need to cultivate environmentally friendly habits among younger generations from an early age.

The vice-chancellor highlighted that various human activities have placed trees, hills, mountains, and biodiversity under increasing threat.

He called upon everyone to play a responsible role in maintaining ecological balance and urged people to refrain from activities that harm the environment.

According to him, the adverse impacts of climate change can be mitigated through tree plantation, maintaining cleanliness, and practicing environmentally responsible behavior.

Prof Rais further stated that despite the limited space and concrete-based infrastructure of the Jagannath University campus, efforts have been intensified to promote tree plantation and cleanliness initiatives.

He expressed hope that the teachers and students of the Department of Geography and Environment would continue to play a leading role in these efforts.

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The keynote paper at the seminar was presented by Prof Dr Md Manzurul Hasan of the Department of Geography and Environment at Jahangirnagar University (JU).

In his presentation, he discussed the global and local impacts of climate change, environmental risks, and various aspects of sustainable development.

The keynote paper was subsequently discussed by Prof Dr Mallik Akram Hossain of the Department of Geography and Environment at JnU.

Among the special guests were University Treasurer Prof Dr Sabina Sharmin and Dean of the Faculty of Life and Earth Sciences Prof Dr Md Abdul Alim.