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N.S.S Students of Xavier’s College, Mapusa
Engaged in Anti-Plastic Drive.
The Adopted Village Cell in co-ordination with National
Service Scheme (N.S.S.) Unit of St. Xavier’s College organized an Anti-Plastic drive
on 28th September, 2008, in Assagao Village under the guidance of Mr.
Manoj Salgaonkar, Mr. Caje Pinto and Mr. Pradeep Morajkar. In all, one hundred
and fifty seven N.S.S. volunteers participated in this drive.They were divided into
seven groups to cover up seven wards of the Village.
The volunteers collected plastic bags, bottles, litter and other waste material,
thus, keeping the seven wards clean and green. In this manner, they attempted to
inculcate among the villagers the value of maintaining the surroundings litter free,
so as to enjoy a good health and a sound environment.
Some villagers and panch members joined the NSS volunteers in this Anti- Plastic
awareness campaign and appreciated the efforts of the students. At the end of this
drive, refreshments were provided to the students by Assagao Village Panchayat.
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