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 28^th 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.