Chandigarh: Jamun Day celebrated with awareness drives in schools
At St Stephen's, Principal Barry Francis welcomed the gathering, followed by secretary N K Jhingan tracing the Society's efforts to institutionalise Jamun Day since 1997. Assistant Professor Shrikant Acharya of Dhanwantri Ayurvedic College spoke on the fruit's medicinal properties, especially in managing diabetes and boosting immunity, while vice-president Hem Raj Satija highlighted its utility in water purification and skin health. Herbal plants educator Om Parkash Manauli urged schools to exercise caution while planting fruit trees to ensure student safety.
Renowned singer-composer K C Rahi presented a specially composed song on Jamun, and students were given fruit to take home.
At GMSSS-46D, members of the Sohanjana Eco Club made presentations on the health and ecological benefits of Jamun. Baljinder Kaur, associate coordinator of Eco Clubs of Chandigarh, encouraged students to adopt sustainable lifestyles.
Jhingan also briefed students on the Society's awareness campaigns, including Mango Day, the Kite Festival and Saturday School, calling on them to take active roles in preserving native biodiversity.
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